Clinical research coordinator jobs in Smyrna, GA - 87 jobs

About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU! Location (Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Job Summary Performs activities supporting assigned, externally funded research programs (e.g., student supervision, experiment design and execution, data collection and interpretation, manuscript, and grant proposal development). Operates and manages equipment for research faculty and staff. Responsible for the oversight of operations and maintenance of assigned research laboratories (e.g., plans, organizes, and coordinates operation of the research space; interacts closely with research faculty and staff to provide training, consultation, and other services as offered by the research facility or research space). This position is contingent on the research funding availability which is currently only secured through December 31st, 2026. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Performs research activities supporting an externally funded research program 2. Supervises the operations of the research laboratory 3. Provides training to undergraduate and graduate students performing research, and to researchers (faculty and staff) on instrument operation 4. Independently conducts research experiments 5. Contributes to experiment design and implementation, data collection and interpretation 6. Uses standard evaluation tools and methods and assists in the creation of new Data collection instruments when necessary 7. Supports grant writing and proposal development 8. Directs the operations of a science research facility, equipment, or research space, ss needed 9. Develops policies and procedures for scientific research facilities 10.Manages equipment for the scientific research facility 11. Provides assistance on experiment design, data analysis, and interpretation as appropriate 12. Ensures the scientific research facility is compliant with regulatory agencies and KSU s policies and procedures 13. Provides the appropriate documentation to support prices for services 14. Accurately compiles information for monthly billing 15. Consults with users to determine their satisfaction with services provided by the Scientific research facility Required Qualifications Educational requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a field related to position. Required Experience Prior research in a related field Supervisory experience Experience running research facility instrumentation Preferred Qualifications Additional preferred qualifications Previous experience within the area of study. Proposed Salary The midpoint of the salary range is $44,150. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Abilities Ability to lead and conduct research Ability to train undergraduate and graduate students Ability to manage research facility Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines Skills Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient in the operation of facility instrumentation Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at ************************************************************************** Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at ************************************************ Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, ****************. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time Background Check * Standard Enhanced * Education Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. 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