Research and Program Coordinator

University of Vermont, United States

Updated: about 22 hours ago
Location: Burlington, VERMONT
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Position Details
Position Details


Advertising/Posting Title Research and Program Coordinator
Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary
The Research and Program Coordinator will provide overall project coordination of key research projects for the Complex Systems Institute, and will develop, coordinate and implement conferences, seminars, and workshops that advance the international reputation of the Institute. Research responsibilities include onboarding new research coordinators to various research studies including the LEMURS study, overseeing existing research coordinators, planning, executing, and monitoring project tasks, coordinating graduate student research funding and onboarding graduate students for research projects, and managing the delivery of project outcomes. The Research and Program Coordinator would positively influence the workplace culture as well as contributing to the structuring of that culture to enable efficiency and effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
MS degree (or higher) in a related field and three to five years’ related experience required. Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain, and driver’s check may be required.
-project management experience with human subjects and data science
-ability to write and submit study protocols, data safety forms, consent forms, and supporting materials to the IRB on click with minimal supervision from PI
-ability to submit IRB modifications on click including protocol deviations and continuing review with minimal supervision from PI
-data cleaning and coding experience in R, as well as understanding of human subject data management
-ability to interpret and triage physical health measures based on certification as a healthcare provider, including blood pressure
-trained to administer psychiatric examinations as part of research
-proficiency with survey tools and survey building in both REDCap and Qualtrics
-ability to create requisitions, interface with suppliers, and track expenses
-ability to contribute to brainstorming and study development based on certification as a healthcare provider
-proficiency in coordinating large, complex events
-working background in biometrics and biofeedback
-working background in biomechanics and movement science technologies including electromyography, accelerometry, and motion capture
Desirable Qualifications
-Background in research project coordination, successful track record of working in a higher education environment, strong project management and fiscal management skills.
-Working knowledge of the LEMURS project
Anticipated Pay Range $50,000 to $68,000/year
Other Information
Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Background Check required for this position
FLSA Exempt
Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.


Job Open Date 05/01/2024
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled No

Position Information


Position Title Research Specialist
Posting Number S5038PO
Department VP Research Admin Office/30600
Position Number 00027052
Employee FTE 1.0
Employee Term 12

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