Research Coordinator

To apply for this job please upload (combined into ONE PDF) a CV/resume, cover letter, and the names/contact information for 3 professional references. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline the skills and experience that directly relate to this position. All inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Twardzik ( [email protected] ).

Dr. Erica Twardzik's Center For Inclusive Mobility Environments (CIME) at the University of Michigan School of Kinesiology seeks a dedicated and highly organized Research Coordinator to support an innovative research portfolio focused on enhancing mobility and accessibility for older adults and people aging with or into disability. The Research Coordinator will play a vital role in the coordination and daily management of multiple research initiatives examining how social and environmental factors, including public transit and universal design, influence physical activity, social participation, and health outcomes.

This position will collaborate closely with the principal investigator, multidisciplinary researchers, community partners, and study participants to ensure the highest standards of research quality, integrity, and inclusivity. Responsibilities will include facilitating research project design, data collection and management, analysis, and supporting dissemination of findings. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, thrive in a collaborative environment, and demonstrate a passion for advancing equitable mobility solutions.

The Research Coordinator will also be integral to fostering partnerships, organizing logistical components of studies, and navigating complex ethical and regulatory requirements in accordance with University of Michigan's policies. Our team values innovation, community engagement, and the generation of impactful knowledge to inform policy and practice.

If you are motivated to drive research that dismantles barriers to independent mobility and supports policy development for inclusion, we welcome your application to join our mission-driven team at CIME.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and parental leave
• University commitment to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities

Essential Functions are noted with an "EF"

Initial responsibilities will include:

• Develop project schedules and determine resources needed to meet deadlines (20%) EF
• Organize, prioritize, and communicate status of work and projects (20%) EF
• Facilitate team meetings (create meeting agendas, organize meeting minutes) and track progression of project specific timelines (10%) EF

Other responsibilities will include:

• Assist with IRB regulatory management and maintain research protocols and data consistent with IRB standards (10%) EF
• Supervise and assist student research team members by monitoring their progress on assigned tasks (20%) EF
• Oversee adherence to data use agreements (10%)
• Other duties as assigned (10%)

• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated capacity to take initiative and work collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate research team meetings
• Demonstrated attention to detail in maintaining accurate research records and ensuring data integrity.

• Bachelor's degree in public health, social sciences, health services, rehabilitation sciences, urban planning, or a related field.
• At least 1 to 2 years of experience coordinating research projects or similar work in academic or healthcare settings.
• Experience supporting research…