Over 700 research coordinators and consultants at the University of Washington have unionized, joining the existing bargaining unit of over 2,000 members that includes research scientists and engineers. These healthcare professionals are essential in running clinical trials and ensuring valid research outcomes. Concerns over job insecurity, low pay, and limited advancement opportunities drove their unionization efforts. The university acknowledges this organizational move and commits to engaging in good faith negotiations. The union aims to address the challenges faced by these crucial workers in the research ecosystem.
"They are responsible for running clinical trials, liaising with patients and scientists, and ensuring that research results are grounded in rigorous science."
"Despite the critical role they play at the university, many report job insecurity, a lack of transparency around career advancement and workload, low compensation relative to cost of living, and more as their reasons for forming a union."
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