Project Coordinator

Job Summary

Prepares grant applications, manuscripts, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, research papers, and assists with complex research papers. Audits research studies, monitors study budgets, resolves complex data collection issues, and implements protocol-specific study recruitment plans. Trains staff and oversees student workers; leads team meetings. Monitors study budgets and orders supplies.

Essential Functions

This position will assist with the building and creation of a new research hub and Center that will broadly focus on Neighborhoods, Climate, Food and Social Policy and Epidemiology in Action. The person in this position will also assist (~20-30% time) with departmental related duties in faculty affairs.

• Manage day-to-day activities for Center and support of affiliated postdoctoral and graduate students
• Assist with proposal-related duties to help support the Center (including a T-32 proposal)
• Assist with running a seminar series as well as a journal club
• Develops research partnerships with other academic institutions, community stakeholders/nonprofits and research departments
• Assists in preparing and reviewing grant applications, manuscripts, IRB applications, and research papers before submission
• Assist PIs and research staff in the presentation of research data at conferences and university related research seminars
• Assist with Department of Epidemiology faculty affairs including assistance with maintaining faculty appointments and promotions

Physical Effort

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.