Senior Research Program Coordinator, Department of Nutritional Sciences

Job Posting Title:

Senior Research Program Coordinator, Department of Nutritional Sciences

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Hiring Department:

Department of Nutritional Sciences

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

30

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Feb 01, 2024

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2024

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

The research program coordinator will support the day-to-day coordination and implementation of observational studies, community-engaged research projects, and evaluation of charitable food system programs. All projects aim to improve the food and nutrition security of individuals, families, and communities through collaborative and community-centered efforts. The position includes study and project-related tasks including relationship building, participant recruiting, and implementation of study procedures. In coordination with the Primary investigator, the Senior Research Coordinator will be responsible for developing and maintaining project plans, tools to track deliverables to ensure successful project completion, managing data collection, and supporting study implementation. They will also proactively identify and resolve issues related to projects.

The position entails working closely with interdisciplinary nutrition scientists, community leaders, public health professionals, and diverse communities. The work shift is typically a usual M-F schedule; however, it is possible that weekend and evening work may be needed to meet study scheduling needs. This position is for 30 hours per week.

The position will end 8/31/2024, with the potential of extension based on performance and funding.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years of work experience in a related field.

• Must be team-oriented and demonstrate collaborative working skills  

• Ability to work independently

• The ability to communicate with others in a clear, understandable and professional manner on the phone and in person

• Demonstrated use of good written and verbal communication skills

• Must be comfortable with speaking with community members, business leaders, academic professionals, in all formats – in person, by phone, or by video call.

• Must possess effective project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Health Education, or a related field

• Experience coordinating research studies

• Proficient in the use of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and RedCAP

• Experience using GIS software

• Registered Dietitian

• Experience working with community organizations and/or food banks

• Experience conducting research in social sciences

• Familiarity with data storage, data entry, and data management

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Energetic and eager to learn new skills

• Capable of both independent and collaborative work

• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve problems

• Fluent in Spanish 
   

Salary Range

$58,000+ (annual full-time rate), depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of keyboard at workstation

• Use of manual dexterity

• Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

• 1 Professional writing sample

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a cu