Research Program Coordinator
Richland, Not Specified
Employer: The University of South Carolina
Industry: Other Professional
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Research Program Coordinator
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We are only accepting applications submitted by June 16, 2024.
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Posting Summary
Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00143PO24 USC Market Title Research Program Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156413 Business Title (Internal Title) Research Program Coordinator Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Arnold School of Public Health Department ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule must remain flexible to meet the needs of the department. This position involves some travel.
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Research Program Coordinator will work with the faculty principal investigator, Dr. Abigail Hogan, and grant staff to assist with NIH -funded studies focused on anxiety and communication in children with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ) and fragile X syndrome ( FXS ). Responsibilities may include: coordinating recruitment and community outreach activities; determining participant eligibility; enrolling and scheduling eligible participants; managing website, newsletter, and social media communications; conducting participant assessments; managing participant records and data in REDCap databases; and preparing reports for families and funding agencies. The position will involve occasional travel within the state of South Carolina and across the United States for participant assessments or conference attendance. This position is ideal for someone who desires a longer-term position in research with a higher level of intellectual stimulation, leadership, and challenge.
Required Education and Experience
This position requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, communication sciences and disorders, communications/marketing, or a related field. Travel across South Carolina and within the United States is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in recruitment and community-based outreach for research; Extensive knowledge of agencies, providers, and networks that serve children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families in the state of South Carolina; Prior experience working with families who have children with neurodevelopmental disorders; Prior experience with REDCap data management software
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
This individual must be able to communicate effectively with faculty, postdocs, other research staff, and graduate and undergraduate students, as well as communicate effectively and sensitively with families who participate in research. This individual must also be interested in and skilled at working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Coordinate and oversee recruitment-related activities, such as study advertisement and participation in community engagement events. Includes managing website, newsletter, and social media communications; developing advertisement and recruitment materials; attending community outreach events and conferences with other team members; meeting with community stakeholders to discuss research participation opportunities; and coordinating with state-wide and national agencies to distribute study advertisements.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35% Job Duty
Recruit, screen, enroll, and schedule research participants, with assistance from other team members as indicated. Includes coordinating research assessment appointments and managing the lab assessment schedule/calendar; coordinating research subject travel arrangements; tracking return of survey and informant data; ensuring that participants receive compensation/reimbursement for research participation and associated travel expenses; tracking enrollment numbers in REDCap and generating enrollment reports and projections; assisting the PI with reporting recruitment and enrollment updates to funding agencies.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30% Job Duty
Collect data and conduct behavioral assessments in a standardized manner to families and children with neurodevelopmental disorders and typically developing controls. Includes achieving and maintaining research reliability standards on research measures; ensuring compliance with lab and IRB standards and procedures; ensuring confidentiality and privacy of research participants and data; Travel for assessments, within the state of South Carolina and across the United States, as required.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25% Job Duty
Follow and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university policies and procedures.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10%
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 06/16/2024 Position End Date 06/15/2025 Job Open Date 05/03/2024 Job Close Date 06/16/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 16, 2024.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167799 EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, communication sciences and disorders, communications/marketing, or a related field? * Are you able and willing to travel across South Carolina and within the United States?
Applicant Documents
Required DocumentsCover Letter Resume List of References and Contact Information Optional Documents Research Statement
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 16, 2024.
Posting Details
To navigate through this form, please use the "Prev" and "Save & Continue" buttons at the top of the page. Do not use your browser's "Back" button as it will not save your progress and data will be lost.
Posting Summary
Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00143PO24 USC Market Title Research Program Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156413 Business Title (Internal Title) Research Program Coordinator Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Arnold School of Public Health Department ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule must remain flexible to meet the needs of the department. This position involves some travel.
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Research Program Coordinator will work with the faculty principal investigator, Dr. Abigail Hogan, and grant staff to assist with NIH -funded studies focused on anxiety and communication in children with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ) and fragile X syndrome ( FXS ). Responsibilities may include: coordinating recruitment and community outreach activities; determining participant eligibility; enrolling and scheduling eligible participants; managing website, newsletter, and social media communications; conducting participant assessments; managing participant records and data in REDCap databases; and preparing reports for families and funding agencies. The position will involve occasional travel within the state of South Carolina and across the United States for participant assessments or conference attendance. This position is ideal for someone who desires a longer-term position in research with a higher level of intellectual stimulation, leadership, and challenge.
Required Education and Experience
This position requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, communication sciences and disorders, communications/marketing, or a related field. Travel across South Carolina and within the United States is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in recruitment and community-based outreach for research; Extensive knowledge of agencies, providers, and networks that serve children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families in the state of South Carolina; Prior experience working with families who have children with neurodevelopmental disorders; Prior experience with REDCap data management software
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
This individual must be able to communicate effectively with faculty, postdocs, other research staff, and graduate and undergraduate students, as well as communicate effectively and sensitively with families who participate in research. This individual must also be interested in and skilled at working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Coordinate and oversee recruitment-related activities, such as study advertisement and participation in community engagement events. Includes managing website, newsletter, and social media communications; developing advertisement and recruitment materials; attending community outreach events and conferences with other team members; meeting with community stakeholders to discuss research participation opportunities; and coordinating with state-wide and national agencies to distribute study advertisements.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35% Job Duty
Recruit, screen, enroll, and schedule research participants, with assistance from other team members as indicated. Includes coordinating research assessment appointments and managing the lab assessment schedule/calendar; coordinating research subject travel arrangements; tracking return of survey and informant data; ensuring that participants receive compensation/reimbursement for research participation and associated travel expenses; tracking enrollment numbers in REDCap and generating enrollment reports and projections; assisting the PI with reporting recruitment and enrollment updates to funding agencies.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30% Job Duty
Collect data and conduct behavioral assessments in a standardized manner to families and children with neurodevelopmental disorders and typically developing controls. Includes achieving and maintaining research reliability standards on research measures; ensuring compliance with lab and IRB standards and procedures; ensuring confidentiality and privacy of research participants and data; Travel for assessments, within the state of South Carolina and across the United States, as required.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25% Job Duty
Follow and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university policies and procedures.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10%
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 06/16/2024 Position End Date 06/15/2025 Job Open Date 05/03/2024 Job Close Date 06/16/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 16, 2024.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167799 EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Created: 2024-05-05
Reference: RTF00143PO24
Country: United States
State: Not Specified
City: Richland