Research Project Coordinator

This position will serve as a project coordinator for a recently funded pilot trial to adapt mental health training for YMCA after school staff. This study will result in the development and pilot testing of training for out-of-school time staff to promote positive child and youth mental health.

This full time position (20 hours/week) is a 12-15 month position.

Hybrid Expectations to be at after school programs to collect data up to five days a week.

Coordinate research team and advisory board (30%)

• Work with PI, research team, and community partners to develop a local advisory board for the project and plan and coordinate advisory board meetings
• Work with PI and research team to coordinate tasks related to recruitment and training of student research assistants (e.g., hiring procedures, payroll/managing timecards, recruitment material development)
• Provide training and supervision to student research assistants related to recruitment and data collection activities
• Work with PI to schedule, facilitate, and plan team meetings
• Assist in the development and lead implementation of data collection protocols including observational data collection, process data, surveys, and semi-structured interviews across both adult and youth study participants
• Follow research protocols to manage data collected
• Assist with data cleaning and analysis as appropriate
• Develop intervention materials
• Conduct literature reviews
• Collaborate with research team to prepare dissemination materials for scientific and community audiences (manuscripts, presentations, reports)
• Assist with grant proposal writing and material preparation

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

• Bachelor's degree and/or 2 years of public health/community work experience (or equivalent/similar education and experience equal to 6 years)
• Experience with grant-based work requirements, such as developing and following work plans and protocols and/or reporting requirements
• Experience coordinating events or meetings (communication, agenda setting, note taking)
• Experience with supervising or mentoring undergraduates (or similar)
• Proficiency in basic computer programs including Word, Acrobat, Powerpoint, and Excel
• Professional oral and written communication style
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and planning skills.

• Experience conducting observational data collection
• Experience with community advisory boards
• Experience with research participant recruitment
• Experience with project management related to data collection (e.g., development and implementation of data collection protocols and manuals)
• Experience with research dissemination (e.g., reports, scientific manuscripts)
• Master’s degree in Public Health or Behavioral Health-related field
• Experience assisting in the development of intervention materials
• Familiarity with IRB submissions and reporting
• Experience with grant proposals
• Familiarity with implementation science

Pay Range: $26.49 - $28.84 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 50% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

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