Research Coordinator

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: One Year
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $73,000 - $75,000

Position Summary

The Division of Ethics at Columbia University is seeking a Research Coordinator to support qualitative bioethics research. The position is for one year with the possibility of renewal dependent on funding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day study activities, including scheduling meetings, maintaining timelines, and supporting IRB submissions and renewals.
• Conduct literature, document review and other research activities relevant to the study.
• Manage survey and interview workflows, including recruitment, data collection, and data management.
• Support qualitative data analysis with project team members under the direction of the PI.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews relevant to study aims.
• Manage, clean, and analyze data using qualitative research software.
• Assist in the development of manuscripts, presentations, and other scholarly outputs.
• Communicate and collaborate with researchers, collaborators, and research staff.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience plus three years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in qualitative research methods and experience in qualitative data analysis.
• Experience working as part of a research or project team.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated interest in bioethics and related fields (e.g., medical humanities, STS, sociology, anthropology, public health).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements.
• Experience developing professional presentations and academic manuscripts.
• Demonstrated familiarity with ELSI research and bioethics.
• Familiarity with disability studies and inclusive research practices.

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