Research & Education Support Specialist (USC)

Title: Research & Education Support Specialist
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 6 to 10 months to start

Loc: Bethesda, MD
Citizenship: ship required

Job Description

The Research & Education Support Specialist will work directly with government stakeholders, clinical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and multidisciplinary research teams to coordinate research studies, manage data workflows, support scientific deliverables, and facilitate education programs that strengthen military medical readiness. The role requires strong research coordination, data management, scientific writing, project management, and communication skills.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Research Coordination & Compliance: Ability to coordinate research activities and support compliance requirements.
• Data Management & Analytics: Knowledge of data management processes and analytical support.
• Scientific Writing & Knowledge Management: Ability to support scientific documentation, writing, and knowledge management activities.
• Education & Training Support: Experience or skills supporting educational and training initiatives.
• Project Management: Ability to organize, coordinate, and manage project activities.
• Executive Communication: Strong reading, writing, and oral presentation skills.
• Time Management: Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Literature Reviews: Ability to conduct and support scientific and research literature reviews.
• Microsoft Office: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting multi-site clinical research.
• Familiarity with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and research governance.
• Experience with Military Health System data platforms, including:
• M2
• MDR
• GENESIS
• Experience supporting government clients within a consulting environment.
• Exposure to scientific writing, abstract development, or poster preparation.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Work directly with government stakeholders, clinical SMEs, and multidisciplinary research teams.
• Coordinate research studies.
• Manage research data workflows.
• Support scientific deliverables.
• Facilitate education programs that strengthen military medical readiness.

Education Requirements

Required: Bachelor's degree in a science, health, or health-related field.