Research Professional 1- Clinical Research

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Coordinator and Community Liaison Officer (Research Professional 1) to join our research team for a series of projects for community engagement and treatment development for disease of addiction. The selected candidate will play a key role in coordinating and conducting community engagement activities and patient recruitment related to these projects.

We hope to make a partnership between Minnesota Recovery Communities and Medical Discovery Team on Addiction (MDTA) at University of Minnesota to launch Minnesota's Innovations in Recovery Network (MIREN). MIREN will be a network of communities, caregivers, and neuroscience researchers working together to create and implement innovative roads to successful, sustained recovery.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Community Engagement and Mobilization (50%): Developing a map of addiction recovery communities, developing partnerships and running group discussions on their needs and priorities that could be potentially addressed by neuroscience-informed interventions.
2. Study Coordination (15%): Overseeing executive aspects of the research project, including recruitment, screening, and enrollment of study participants. Ensuring that study protocols are followed, and that data is collected accurately.
3. Participant Management (20%): Coordinating participant scheduling, conduct assessments, and monitor participants' progress throughout the study. Address any participant-related issues promptly and professionally.
4. Compliance and Ethics (5%): Ensure that the study complies with all applicable regulations and ethical guidelines. Obtain informed consent from participants and maintain confidentiality of data.
5. Documentation and Reporting (10%): Maintain detailed and accurate records of all community engagement and research activities, including participant records, study documentation, and data. Prepare regular progress reports for the principal investigator and funding agencies.

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:

-BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 4 years
-Previous experience working with individuals with mental health conditions
-ADAPT Certified Functional Heath Coach (A-CFHC) Certification

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences consists of an outstanding team of researchers, clinicians, and educators who provide world-class expertise in psychiatric illness, treatment, scholarship, and scientific discovery.

Our mission is to:

• Create and disseminate new knowledge in the science of mental health
• Provide effective and innovative clinical care programs to alleviate the suffering of mental illness and promote mental resilience
• Train the next generation of interprofessional experts who will be leaders in Minnesota and beyond
• Engage in compassionate and vigorous outreach and advocacy on issues relevant to psychiatric illness, treatment, and research

You can find more information on our website at https://med.umn.edu/psychiatry.

Pay Range: The salary range is $25-$28/hour depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).