[Position Summary]{.underline}FAVER is seeking a part-time Research Coordinator to support one site of a multi-site randomized clinical trial. The coordinator will be working on a study to help determine which of two evidence-based strategies for treating post-traumatic stress disorder is more effective, acceptable and feasible for patients with comorbid substance use disorder: Massed Prolonged Exposure therapy (MPE) (delivered 4 days per week over 3 weeks) or Prolonged Exposure therapy delivered as usual (weekly, or WPE) which will be delivered alongside an intensive outpatient substance use treatment. This study will be conducted at the Atlanta VA Healthcare System within the Mental Health Service Line (Substance Abuse Treatment Program and the PTSD Clinical Team). These programs provide a full range of services for veterans with PTSD and substance use disorders. The PTSD Clinical Team regularly participates in local and multi-site research studies focusing on efforts to improve treatment for veterans with PTSD.

　　[Job Functions]{.underline}Function 1 (45%):Handling research administrative responsibilities for the study; Manage central IRB applications, amendments, annual renewals and adverse event reporting for this site in collaboration with the overall Project Manager located at the coordinating center; Manage day-to-day local site operations and maintain local site files; Perform administrative functions for the local Principal Investigator including meeting planning, travel planning, setting up conference calls, maintaining written correspondence and transcribing memoranda.Function 2 (45%):Conduct informed consent for all study participants; Coordinate all study participant visits with the local clinical team..Function 3 (10%):Manage communication and information flow with the coordinating center. Other work-related tasks as needed.

　　[Minimum Requirements]{.underline}Education:High school or GED is required. Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in public health, sociology, psychology or related allied health field is preferred.

　　Experience:5+ years of research experience with a H.S. diploma or GED. 2+ years of research experience with a Bachelor's degree. 1+ year of research experience with Master's degree. Ideally, experience in performing research-related study activities is beneficial for a successful incumbent. These could include demonstrated use of Good Clinical Practices, human subject's protection and federal regulations related to clinical research, as well as regulatory affairs, study procedures, phlebotomy certification, processing/shipping biological specimens (particularly stool samples), and data entry or database management in a related role.

　　Specific Skills:High level of attention to detail and good organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High level of use and comfort with MS Office products and other technological platforms. Friendly and people-oriented to ensure that the veteran population is engaged in a positive experience. Ability to achieve/exceed time-bound goals in both an independent and team environment. Capability to function independently after training. Must possess and demonstrate a strong desire to recruit and work with study patients. The ideal incumbent will have some experience coordinating multiple tasks and project elements with differing timelines and completion deadlines - with accuracy and strong attention to detail. Desired Skills: Expertise in completing IRB required documentation such as new applications, amendments, annual renewals and adverse event reporting is preferred. Experience working with Veterans and the VA's electronic medical record (CPRS) is beneficial to the successful incumbent. Experience in post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder or other serious mental illness research. Demonstrated skill in study coordination, project management, or administrative support.

　　Special Knowledge, Licenses, E c.:Certified Research Associate (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred.

　　Relocation and Visa sponsorship are not available for this position.

　　*We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply!

　　FAVER is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. FAVER provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.*