26871BR
Bureau of Child Research
Position Overview
The Life Span Institute/Bureau of Child Research is hiring a Research Project Coordinator, starting immediately, to coordinate implementation of the newly-funded Working Healthy Project. The purpose of this contract with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is to Increase awareness of the Working Healthy Program by creating a variety of print, digital, and video materials using person-first and plain language.
The person in this position will be responsible for working with KDHE, the LSI videographer, translation services, and other entities as appropriate and ensuring that all activities are well-coordinated and are completed according to an established work plan. They will also serve as the primary liaison with established program partners and collaborators.
Job Description
50% - Develop, write, and field test printed, digital, and other materials, working with project partners to ensure plain language is used.
20% - Provide overall day-to-day coordination of project activities to ensure timely completion.
10% - Work with partners to provide materials in alternate formats/Spanish translation as needed.
10% - Serve as the project's liaison and maintain regular communication with research partners through email, conference calls, and in-person meetings.
10% - Schedule meetings, distribute agendas, maintain meeting minutes and track completion of assigned tasks.
Position Requirements
- This position is an estimated 30 hours per week.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Contact Information to Applicants
Jean P. Hall, PhD
Director, Institute for Health and Disability Policy Studies
University of Kansas
1000 Sunnyside Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66045
Phone 785-864-7083
Email: [email protected]
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete online application includes:
- Cover letter specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications in the job description,
- Complete resume
- Contact information for three professional references
Advertised Salary Range
43,500
Application Review Begins
15-Jan-2024
Anticipated Start Date
29-Jan-2024
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Schedule
30 hours/week
Conditions of Employment
Contingent on Funding
Work Location Assignment
Hybrid
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
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