Program Coordinator, REI

The Program Coordinator coordinates and manages the execution of grant-funded study plans focused on improving HIV health outcomes. In collaboration with the study Principal Investigator and a cross-institutional team, the Program Coordinator supports the study plan. The study plan includes creating and maintaining the Transdisciplinary Community Partner Board, information/data collection, facilitating regular pre-defined communication with the study team and Board members through in-person, telephone, and/or mobile app technology, and in-field community work. This position assists with the development of study materials, collaborates with study stakeholders, and ensures study completion is on-time, within budget, and in compliance with funding agency reporting requirements. 

The primary responsibility for this position is to communicate with study members (individuals and organizations) to ensure they are aware of any new developments in the study's status including but not limited to organizing meeting times and locations, updating the study schedule, designing, and maintaining internal team infrastructure, and ensuring that all necessary parties are aware of study deadlines. The Program Coordinator's duties also involve the day-to-day management and coordination of the study in Louisiana, ensuring all stakeholders have the resources/information they need the meet the objectives and deadlines set by the Principal Investigator(s).


• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Strong understanding of workflow or strategy software, such as Microsoft Project and Box, as well as collaboration communication platforms, such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

• Ability to establish priorities, exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and integrity. 

• Ability to assist with the collaboration efforts between multiple organization study teams.

• Basic accounting skills.

• Knowledge of HIV at a grassroots level, especially in the Deep South region.

• Ability to work effectively with others of diverse personalities, education, and cultural backgrounds.

• Ability to prioritize and work with multiple study components simultaneously.

• Ability to successfully meet established study deadlines.

• Ability to work as part of a professional team and to collaborate effectively with individuals within the University as well as with outside contacts.

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Social Work, Education, or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in study management.

• Master's Degree in Public Health, Social Work, Education, or a related field.
• HIV and/or community engagement experience.

• Familiarity with Institutional Review Board process.