Position Summary The Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ) at Michigan State University (MSU) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I in the Knickmeyer Lab. The successful Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) candidate will assist the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Rebecca Knickmeyer, with study administration, consent procedures, and the collection and management of data and biospecimens, including brain scans, for an NIH-funded study about how stress and environmental chemical exposures during pregnancy influence brain development in early childhood. Study administration includes suggesting and preparing amendments to the protocol; generating progress reports; monitoring study participants’ progress to include documentation and reporting of adverse events and required notification of regulatory agencies, obtaining informed consent when appropriate; assisting the PI in research procedures as required by study protocol including preparing children for MRI scans; assisting with interviewing study participants and administration of questionnaires; coordinating scheduling of study participants for study procedures; coordinating collection, storage, and shipping of lab specimens. Collection and management of data and biospecimens includes collecting data from questionnaires, laboratory tests, and other sources; inspecting study files and the electronic database to ensure completeness and accuracy of data; entering and performing QA checks on data; and reviewing work of the support staff within designated areas. The successful candidate will work closely with a team of scientists to explore whether stress and chemicals affect brain development by promoting inflammation during pregnancy and by changing how the child’s gut microbiome develops. Inflammation is a normal part of the body’s defense to injury or infection, and, in this way, it is beneficial. But inflammation can be damaging when it occurs in healthy tissues or lasts too long. The gut microbiome is the community of microbes living in our gastrointestinal system. It includes bacteria, viruses, and other living things so tiny that we need a microscope to see them. Different people have different gut microbiomes, and these differences are thought to affect human health and development. The CRC will work closely with children and their families as well as collaborate with Wayne State University, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and the Van Andel Research Institute to ensure successful completion of the study protocol. Travel is required for this position - specifically the CRC will need to travel to Detroit several days each week to assist with collection of brain scans. Minimum Requirements Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through a four-year college degree program in a clinical field such as health or biological science and a minimum of one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in clinical and/or research; OR the job requires completion of an associate’s degree with clinical research coursework or an Allied Health degree and three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in clinical and/or research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The job requires completion of required Institutional Review Board (IRB) training and certification within the first 30 days of employment. Travel is required for this position, applicant will need a valid vehicle operator's license at the time of hire. Desired Qualifications Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Familiar with REDCap. Prior experience working with young children. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Updated CV/Resume 3 Professional references Special Instructions For more information, please view Dr. Knickmeyer's profile website at https://iq.msu.edu/rebecca-knickmeyer/ Work Hours STANDARD 8-5 Website https://iq.msu.edu/rebecca-knickmeyer/ Summary of Health Risks Human Fecal Material, Human Saliva (these do not fall under Universal Precautions) Bidding eligibility ends January 21, 2025, 11:55 PM