Research Interventionist, Department of Health & Exercise Science

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Job Description Summary

Implements, coordinates, and administers research-funded study interventions, to include nutrition, weight loss, spontaneous physical activity and/or structured exercise protocols. Interaction with study participants is substantial, however additional managerial responsibilities such as policy and protocol development, adverse event management and/or Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) reporting may be required. Interacts with study subjects, other departmental or University staff, and Principal Investigator; may also interact on behalf of PI with external and employ independent decision-making with regards to implementation of study protocols and study administration, as appropriate. Position is grant-funded (2.5 yrs) and subject to annual renewal by sponsor.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• In compliance with study protocol, delivers and manages research-related nutrition, weight loss, physical activity, and/or exercise interventions for older adults.  Exercises independent judgment to revise or adapt protocols within the context of participant capabilities and study aims.
• Monitors subject compliance with study protocols, prepares individual progress reports for participants, and supervises intervention scheduling of participants.  Administers contact protocols for follow-up with non-adherent study participants.
• Collects and compiles information on adverse events and submits reports to Principal Investigator; the Institutional Review Board; Data and Safety Monitoring Board; study sponsor; and/or other study stakeholders as necessary.  Organizes, compiles, and enters intervention data into web-based data entry application(s) and performs data verification and “cleaning” functions.
• Assists Principal Investigator and other study staff with data reduction and analysis as needed. 
• Uses professional judgment to ensure the safety of study participants and ensure operational efficiency. Make independent decisions concerning participants and special situations related to study intervention(s).
• Comply with Institutional policies, study protocols and procedures, and DHHS and IRB guidelines for human subject’s research. 

Other Functions:

• May oversee work of student workers.  Performs planning, organizing, or administrative functions in support of and necessary to the successful completion of study protocol(s).
• Trains new personnel as needed

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Health & Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, or related field. Experience prescribing and conducting preventive and/or rehabilitative exercise programs preferred. CPR certification required.  Training in the protection of human subjects required within six months of hire.
• Proficiency in developing, implementing, and administering individual and group exercise for older adults.
• Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to exercise-related adverse events.
• General knowledge of human research procedures and practices, and ability to develop, implement, and administer research-based exercise training, activity, and/or behavioral change protocols.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster relationships with individuals who have diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and formulate independent judgments consistent with research policies, practices, and protocols. Make administrative and procedural decisions and formulate independent judgments.
• Ability to work independently; accept responsibility; delegate; work collaboratively; and manage multiple tasks efficiently to ensure the successful outcome of project protocols.
• Proficiency with word processing software (preferably Word) and spreadsheet applications; familiarity with database applications and statistical software.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Prior human subjects research experience.
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification.
• Experience with behavioral weight loss interventions; preference given to candidates with RD credential

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work.
• May oversee the work of student employees, volunteers, and/or interns.
• May exercise independent judgment in working and collaborating with personnel from Wake Forest School of Medicine / Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift objects related to exercise training weighing 25lbs (dumbbells, floor mats, etc.); Ability to bend, stoop, grasp, and reach; manual dexterity sufficient to adjust exercise equipment; exerting up to 20 pounds of force and lifting to 50 pounds occasionally. Required to be physically fit for moderate-intensity walking.  Standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.  Close visual acuity.

Environmental Conditions:

• Not exposed to adverse environmental conditions; work is performed in indoor settings with climate control; May perform finger stick blood glucose testing; PPE and training in Blood-Borne Pathogens provided

Disclaimer:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee’s supervisor.

To help provide a safe learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full time

Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.  ​