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JES Tech

Research Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

On the Human Health and Performance Contract we are at the forefront of safeguarding astronaut ... As a Research Coordinator, you will engage in the full research lifecycle: designing and ...

JES Tech

Research Coordinator

Houston, TX

On the Human Health and Performance Contract we are at the forefront of safeguarding astronaut ... As a Research Coordinator, you will engage in the full research lifecycle: designing and ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$31K - $45K/yr

One of the main responsibilities of the Human Research Technologist will be to assist with CLS faculty research. This will involve (but is not limited to) recruiting and testing participants using ...

KBR

Human Research Application Product Owner

Houston, TX · On-site

$131K - $196K/yr

Human Research Application Product Owner BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

NYULMC

Human Research Protections Senior Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$126K - $127K/yr

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Human Research Protections Senior Analyst. Reporting to the Senior Scientific Manager (SSM), the Sr Analyst is responsible for conducting pre ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for human research in the United States is $86,231.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Human Researcher, you need a strong background in research methodology, data analysis, and ethical considerations, typically supported by a degree in psychology, sociology, or a related field. Familiarity with statistical software (such as SPSS or R), survey tools, and compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols is essential. Strong communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail are vital soft skills for effectively designing studies and interpreting results. These skills ensure the integrity and impact of research findings while upholding ethical standards and contributing valuable insights to the field.

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Human research refers to scientific studies or investigations that involve human participants as subjects. This type of research aims to advance knowledge in fields such as medicine, psychology, and social sciences by collecting data directly from people. Human research can include clinical trials, behavioral studies, surveys, and observational research. All human research must adhere to ethical guidelines to protect participants' rights, safety, and privacy.

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Professionals in Human Research often encounter challenges related to ensuring ethical compliance, maintaining participant confidentiality, and managing complex regulatory requirements. Navigating Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and staying updated on evolving guidelines can be demanding. To address these challenges, it's important to develop a strong understanding of ethical standards, engage in regular training, and communicate effectively with research participants and team members. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and seeking mentorship from experienced colleagues can also help overcome common obstacles.
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Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator

JES Tech

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Belong. Connect. Grow. We are a contract of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers and we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. On the Human Health and Performance Contract we are at the forefront of safeguarding astronaut health, ensuring human performance, and advancing technologies for human space exploration. We are seeking a Research Coordinator at the NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX.
What You'll Do:
In this role, you will provide vital research support for the Behavioral Health & Performance (BHP) Laboratory at Johnson Space Center to advance NASA's human spaceflight exploration objectives. As a Research Coordinator, you will engage in the full research lifecycle: designing and integrating protocols, configuring study hardware and software, and managing human data collection and management. You will also contribute to data analysis and the development of high-impact proposals, technical reports, and scientific publications. A successful Research Coordinator will provide seamless collaboration with BHP Lab personnel and external partners across both research and operational groups to meet the evolving needs of NASA's mission.
You will work on a highly collaborative team, interfacing routinely with our NASA customer, laboratories in the Biomedical Research and Environmental Sciences Division, external PI teams, and provide timely deliverables to stakeholders for BHP Lab products such as Human Research Program, Space Medicine Division, and Extravehicular Activity and Human Surface Mobility Program (EHP).
You will:
• Coordinate comprehensive project logistics, including equipment and material preparation, task tracking, managing procedures, protocols and schedules.
• Manage the full data pipeline (collection, validation, cleaning, and analysis) in strict accordance with established laboratory quality standards.
• Assist NASA customer and BHP Lab Scientists with specialized tasks to ensure optimal laboratory performance.
• Train laboratory members, test subjects, and crew members on data collection protocols and study procedures.
• Develop and implement innovative, original solutions to problems
• Liaise with internal and external collaborators to effectively plan, track, and complete collaborative research
• Participate in writing literature reviews, initial reports, summaries, and project summaries
• Participate in presenting project updates, interim and final results, and other reporting at meetings and scientific conferences
• Liaise with internal and external collaborators to effectively plan, track, and complete collaborative research
What You Bring:
You bring experience implementing research design and execution to help answer applied human spaceflight questions You use your experience and judgment to develop innovative solutions to problems that will inform NASA's future spaceflight mission planning and preparation. As a key part of our safety culture, you will comply with KBR's Safety, Health and Environmental Plan, Quality Plan, and all safety policies and procedures, and complete all assigned training.
What to Expect: This position is expected to be 100% on site and a minimum of 60% in person. Occasional travel may be required.
Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
  • Master's degree and 2-3 years of experience. Preferred fields include Psychology, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or a different field with equivalent experience in behavioral research.
  • Prior experience with human behavior and performance research

DESIRED:
  • Experience managing and implementing human research protocols, including logistics planning and data collection, processing, and management
  • Experience summarizing data using descriptive statistics, figures and other data visualizations.
  • Interest in human behavior, psychology, cognition, biobehavioral health, and performance
  • Experience supporting NASA research projects, or experience with other organizations conducting basic, applied, or clinical human research

SKILLS/TRAINING
REQUIRED:
  • Proficient with software applications, including Microsoft Office365 and SharePoint
  • Highly ethical and respectful of human research data confidentiality, protections, and intellectual property
  • Highly conscientious and demonstrated attention to detail
  • Demonstrated excellence in verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to successfully work independently and as part of a team
  • Proven ability to set and meet goals for completing job tasks
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly and effectively to changing requirements and schedule
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary settings with competing goals for project implementation and outcomes
  • Sound judgement and decision-making, including ability to interpret requirements for real-time implementation
  • Ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences, including various levels of management, foreign nationals, scientists, medical professionals and engineers
  • Demonstrated interpersonal effectiveness and professionalism in working with others in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • Proficiency in at least 3 of the 4 areas below
  1. Proficient with R and R Markdown statistical programming language
  2. Proficiency with database software (e.g., Excel)
  3. Demonstrated writing ability at multiple levels, including procedural documents, research reports and summaries, briefings, technical reports, and project plans, etc.
  4. Experience preparing, collecting, and processing research data from various sources (e.g., surveys, research devices/wearables, computer-based tasks, physiology and biological samples, written text, audio/video).

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