Research Coordinator

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
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Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 129436
Title: Research Coordinator
Functional Title: Research Coordinator
Category Status: 35-Exempt Contingent Category 2
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.000
Unit: ARHU-Consortium on Race, Gender & Ethnicity
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Research Coordinator reports to the Director of the Consortium on Race, Gender, and Ethnicity (CRGE). The Research Coordinator is an integral part of the leadership, research, and administrative team of CRGE and plays a significant role in the CRGE’s programs and goals. The Research Coordinator provides support for all research-related initiatives, outreach activities, and oversight and coordination of programming initiatives, supervision of undergraduate and graduate student workers, and general oversight of day-to-day operations. No permanent staff may supervise 2-3 undergraduate and graduate student workers.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Contingent II Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in social and behavioral sciences, public health, and/or higher education, from a U.S. institution of higher education.; or an equivalent combination of education and experience


Experience:
  • Four years of experience in grant development and research methods and conduct of research studies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Interpersonal skills to work with departmental staff of director and other unit staff.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including, grant development and proposal, manuscript editing, professional emails, and other center documents.
  • Proficiency with a wide variety of software including computer software, design (i.e., Canva), newsletter (I.e., MailChimp), website development (ie., Bluehost WordPress), and other instructional technology; Microsoft and Google suites.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  •  Master’s preferred, in social and behavioral sciences, public health, and/or higher education, from a U.S. institution of higher education.
  •  A combination of research management, proposal writing, and relevant substantive knowledge and administrative experience needed to perform the duties described above.
  • The ideal candidate is a self-starter possessing a high level of oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong commitment to teamwork.
  • Awareness of university organizational structure to efficiently work collaboratively with department, college, and internal and external partners. Reviewing and evaluating student research proposals.
Additional Certifications:
CITI certification preferred.
Additional Information:
Salary:$60k-$65k, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
This is an in-person position. Telework may be available up to two (2) days per week, subject to approval.
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and use a computer. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
Posting Date: 05/17/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 06/06/2024
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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