Research Coordinator II, Cancer Epidemiology Location Magnolia Campus, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL 33612 Department Cancer Epidem-Staff Employment Status Full Time Hours per Pay Period 80 Shift Day Shift Hours Mon-Fri Education Associate Degree Job Details Moffitt Cancer Center is internationally recognized for our focus on personalized cancer care and translational research. The mission of Moffitt is clear, focused, and fully stated in nine words, "To contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer." With a tradition of excellence that began with the first patient admission in 1986, dedicated Moffitt physicians, scientists, and staff members have remained committed to excellence in an atmosphere characterized by kindness, caring, and hope. The Research Coordinator II will be working closely with both Dr. Anna Coghill and Dr. Lauren Peres, faculty members in the Department of Cancer Epidemiology. Dr. Coghill is cancer epidemiologist whose goal is to better understand how viruses contribute to cancer. Her current research focuses on characterizing the role of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in cancer risk and treatment response. Dr. Peres is a cancer epidemiologist with an active portfolio in multidisciplinary, collaborative research on cancer health disparities, primarily in ovarian cancer. Her current research focuses on elucidating the contributing molecular and environmental causes of the worse outcomes among African-American women with ovarian cancer. The Research Coordinator would be primarily responsible for supporting Drs. Coghill and Peres with the coordination and management of day-to-day research activities associated with their various projects. Position Highlights: * Challenging and interesting work in the Cancer Epidemiology arena * Opportunity for a diverse research experiences, assisting two principal investigators The Ideal Candidate: * A professional, personable, and detail-oriented individual with scientific/medical knowledge and experience coordinating research studies. * Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to multi-task, and take initiative. * Skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) are required. * Skills in statistical programming (SAS, R, Stata, or SPSS) and descriptive analyses are desired. * Skills in reference management (EndNote or Mendeley) are desired. Responsibilities: * Coordinate administrative tasks for the investigators, including protocol amendment changes and preparation of IRB documents for regulatory review * Oversee and manage data and specimen inventories, including specimen shipment and tracking * Maintain effective working relationships with collaborators * Organize and participate in study conference calls and meetings * Search and retrieve relevant scientific literature * Assist in the preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, and conference presentations Credentials and Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree with 1 year of relevant experience OR Associate's degree with 3 years of relevant experience required. * Hands on experience preferred. * Must have the ability to work well under the pressure of meeting mandatory deadlines. * Good oral and written communication skills are required. * Must have ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple work assignments. * Need to have the ability to read, write, interpret and apply instructions to assigned activities. * Experience in the use of office equipment. * Experience working with computers and MS Office software environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Moffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. *