Overview

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Study Coordinator I (Education Products) to oversee project activities in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the candidate oversees the day-to-day tasks in the execution of the study plan. The Study Coordinator is expected to engage in some limited travel to the offsite locations in order to meet with community leaders. This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry, Uniformed Services University / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress, and in particular, the National Guard Program.

This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress, and in particular, the National Guard Programs.

The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) is one of the nation’s oldest and most highly regarded, academic-based organizations dedicated to advancing trauma-informed knowledge, leadership and methodologies. The Center’s work addresses a wide scope of trauma exposure from the consequences of combat, operations other than war, terrorism, natural and humanmade disasters, and public health threats as well as risk and protective factors associated with suicidal behaviors. CSTS is a part of our nation’s federal medical school, Uniformed Services University (USU), and its Department of Psychiatry. These affiliations represent the Center’s history, mission and future directions as a major contributor to our country’s understanding of the impact of trauma and the advancement of trauma-informed care. Learn more about the CSTS.

The Department has active research programs in the Basic and Clinical Sciences and Neurosciences. In addition to intramural research projects, the Department maintains active research funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute of Drug Abuse, National Science Foundation, the Department of the Army and the Department of the Air Force. The department has ongoing collaborations with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, is sponsor of the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress and provides psychiatry residency training through its affiliations with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, National Naval Medical Center and Malcolm Grow Air Force Medical Center and the National Capital Area Graduate Medical Education Consortium.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

Oversees and coordinates tasks for the study’s various activities. Reviews tasks lists; ensures timely completion of project task.
Plans, conducts, controls, and communicates investigations under supervision of the program leads.
Communicates regularly with program leads and project administrators in order to facilitate execution of program goals/task.
Facilitates the writing and editing of project materials such as newsletter, website and other lay publications. Works closely with Communications and Graphics Departments to ensure publications are completed.
Facilitates communication with CSTS teams and partners to ensure that protocols are submitted in the correct manner.
Coordinates with research assistants to complete tasks.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in social science or related field.
Minimum of 3-5 year's experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of project management; well-organized.
Ability to follow detailed instructions.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
Ability to facilitate communication among supervisors and peers.
Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust clearance.

Work Environment

This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $24.09-$33.65. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

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