Clinical Research Cooridnator

Job Summary:

Involves analytical studies on a variety of policies, projects, programs and issues in support of a function, research initiative, program and / or organizational unit, or in research of new or changing systems and programs. Assists in policy and program planning, development, administration, management and implementation; interprets, monitors and analyzes information regarding policies and procedures and provides consultative services to department administrators and other stakeholders.

Applies professional concepts to conduct analytical studies or projects of moderate scope and complexity to address a variety of policy, research and procedural issues. Fully analyzes issues and problems, gathers data and information, finds and evaluates alternatives and makes sound recommendations.

Department Overview

"Our study team is conducting the Probiotic Administration for Adolescent Depression Study, a randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial examining the relationship between the gut microbiome, brain function, and depressive symptoms in adolescents and young adults. The goal of this study is to better understand how modulation of the gut microbiome through probiotic administration may influence the gut–brain axis and mental health outcomes in youth with depression. This study integrates clinical psychiatry, neuroimaging, and microbiome research to investigate novel mechanisms underlying adolescent depression."