Project Coordinator - Research

Under general supervision, but following established policies and procedures, performs scientific investigative research in areas related to patient care. Research literature in the field, participates in the design of experimental protocols and develops new procedures to carry out established research objectives. Provide strategic oversight and operational management for multiple federally‑funded and foundation‑sponsored research grants focused on health for justice‑involved populations. Ensure research compliance, manage multi‑site study operations, supervise a diverse research team, and facilitate the translation of research findings into actionable policy and practice improvements.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role‑model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done:
Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaboration.

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations across multiple concurrent research grants, ensuring timelines, milestones, and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate multi‑site study activities and maintain relationships with collaborating institutions.
• Manage contracts with research consultants in collaboration with Research Grants Administration.
• Maintain organized project documentation via One Drive and other institutional platforms.

• Ensure all research activities comply with IRB requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and applicable federal regulations.
• Prepare, submit, and manage IRB applications, modifications, continuing reviews, and adverse event reports.
• Maintain Clinical Trials.gov registrations and ensure timely reporting of study results.
• Schedule and coordinate Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) meetings and prepare required reports.
• Monitor study enrollment and ensure appropriate recruitment practices.
• Maintain appropriate historical record‑keeping and scientific decision‑making documentation.

• Directly supervise and provide mentorship to research staff including Research Assistants, Research Community Health Workers, interns, students, and post‑doctoral fellows.
• Assign, monitor, and review staff tasks to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Oversee participant‑centered research activities performed by research assistants, including:
• Informed consent processes.
• Qualitative and quantitative interview administration.
• Medication transport and secure storage protocols.
• Participant reimbursement and gift card distribution.
• Student surveys and data collection activities.
• Conduct regular team meetings and facilitate communication across project staff.
• Support training and professional development of team members.

• Oversee qualitative data management including coding and transcript analysis using software such as NVivo or Dedoose.
• Maintain trial participant screening and enrollment records.
• Participate in the interpretation of research results through conferences with investigators and other researchers.

• Manage the publication pipeline, including coordinating manuscript drafts, tracking submissions, and corresponding with journals.
• Assist in writing and editing presentations, manuscripts, and reports for publication.

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, biological sciences, or related field.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in public health (MPH), public policy, health services research, criminal justice, or related discipline.

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in clinical research coordination or project management.
• Experience supervising research staff strongly preferred.
• Highly preferred: Experience working within carceral systems (prisons, jails, or community corrections) or with…