Henry M. Jackson Foundation

Overview

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Study Coordinator I to oversee program activities in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, oversees the day-to-day tasks in the execution of the study plan. This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry, Uniformed Services University / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress Child & Family Program.

This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study for Traumatic Stress.

The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) is one of the nation&rsquos oldest and most highly regarded, academic-based organizations dedicated to advancing trauma-informed knowledge, leadership and methodologies. The Center&rsquos work addresses a wide scope of trauma exposure from the consequences of combat, operations other than war, terrorism, natural and humanmade disasters, and public health threats as well as risk and protective factors associated with suicidal behaviors. CSTS is a part of our nation&rsquos federal medical school, Uniformed Services University (USU), and its Department of Psychiatry. These affiliations represent the Center&rsquos history, mission and future directions as a major contributor to our country&rsquos understanding of the impact of trauma and the advancement of trauma-informed care. Learn more about the CSTS.

The Department has active research programs in the Basic and Clinical Sciences and Neurosciences. In addition to intramural research projects, the Department maintains active research funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute of Drug Abuse, National Science Foundation, the Department of the Army and the Department of the Air Force. The department has ongoing collaborations with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, is sponsor of the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress and provides psychiatry residency training through its affiliations with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, National Naval Medical Center and Malcolm Grow Air Force Medical Center and the National Capital Area Graduate Medical Education Consortium.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates tasks for the study&rsquos various activities. Reviews tasks lists ensures timely completion of project task.
• Plans, conducts, controls, and communicates investigations under supervision of Center scientists, including collection and organization of data. Independently identifies and collects reports, professional papers, data, and other relevant information in an organized and proactive capacity. Performs data entry for research projects, maintains databases, and maintains clear and accurate project records, inventories, and logbooks.
• Communicates regularly with the Center Associate Director and scientists in order to facilitate progress in executing program goals/task.
• Oversees the writing and editing of project materials, such as Center publications. Prepares regular project reports, and assists scientists in all relevant documentation. Assists in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols.
• Facilitates communication with IRB Office to ensure that protocols are submitted in the correct manner.
• Assists with the preparation and coordination of external funding opportunity proposal submissions.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Science or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of project management well-organized.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
• Ability to facilitate communication among supervisors, peers, and supervisees.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 public trust investigation.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $24.09-$25.96. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor&rsquos legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.