Clinical Research Coordinator - Psychiatry - Behavioral Medicine - Elbogen Lab

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Clinical Research Coordinator - Psychiatry - Behavioral Medicine - Elbogen Lab

Be You.

Participates in or lead day-to-day operations of clinical research studies conducted by principal investigator(s) at Duke Health; performs a variety of duties involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. May oversee the work of junior staff and train or mentor others in clinical research tasks.

This position will primarily support the Duke Behavioral Health and Technology Lab. This lab is dedicated to advancing mental health care for veterans and service members through innovative mobile technology solutions. Since 2016, the team has led cutting-edge clinical research to develop accessible and effective tools that empower individuals to actively engage in their own recovery. The work is supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Defense. Current projects include testing mobile neuromodulatory applications to reduce pain and exploring cognitive rehabilitation tools for veterans with traumatic brain injury and traumatic stress. They combine rigorous science with a deep commitment to serving those who have served.

Minimum Requirements:

• Completion of an Associate's degree
• Work requires a minimum of two years of relevant research experience. A bachelor's degree may substitute for 2 years required experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in neuroscience, psychology, counseling, social work, or related field
• Experience working with veterans in either a research, educational, or clinical capacity
• Native or professional fluency in Spanish is highly desirable
• Prior research experience in mental health, Veterans Affairs, or clinical psychology studies
• Prior training or experience administering standardized behavioral assessments or structured diagnostic interviews

Other Requirements:

• Possession of a reliable personal vehicle and willingness to travel for work-related activities

• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple recruiting sites
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs and contribute support across multiple ongoing research studies

Be Bold.

Position Description:

This role will be responsible for:

1. Recruitment
2. Behavioral assessments
3. Psychiatric diagnostic interviews
4. Data entry and other administrative tasks
5. IRB and regulatory assistance
6. Supporting other research projects in the department as needed, depending on study timelines and team priorities.

Choose Duke.

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, founded in 1943, is one of 26 departments in the Duke University School of Medicine (SOM). The department is comprised of more than 500 faculty, staff, and trainees. Our goal is to help people with behavioral health challenges live their best life. We pursue this goal through a three-fold mission of superior specialty and integrated patient care for all, ground-breaking research, and exceptional training and education.

Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Screening of Applications:

• Screening continues until position is filled.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes.To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $59,829.00 to USD $99,960.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate' s work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at:https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/ or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Completion of an Associate's degree

Work requires a minimum of two years of relevant research experience. A Bachelor's degree may substitute for 2 years required experience.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.