What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Coordinator position at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
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Job Title
Research Coordinator
Job Grade
RA15H
Division
Academic Affairs
College/Dept
College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
Department
School of Health and Kinesiology
Requisition Number
2025-00113
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100
Work Schedule
M-F 8-5 / varies
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
commensurate with experience
Pay Schedule
Hourly
FLSA Designation
Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The research coordinator will work with the SoLi Lab for Sexuality and Gender Science and the Behavioral Research in Perinatal and Reproductive Health Topics (Bright) Lab to plan and implement internally and externally funded projects related to sexual and reproductive health and related fields. The coordinator will work with an interdisciplinary team of faculty, staff, and students to support multiple, concurrent research and public service projects. The coordinator will be responsible for tasks such as student supervision, program coordination, data collection (including conducting interviews and survey dissemination support), basic data analysis, developing educational resources, and supporting manuscript and grant preparation. This is a full time, benefits eligible position.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Research Activities
Duties:
Monitors and participates in the progress of research activities, including recruitment, scheduling, maintaining records, and preparing reports/manuscripts.
Percentage Of Time
20
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Trainings/workshops/events
Duties:
Participates in the planning and implementation of scheduled trainings, workshops, and events with students or the larger community
Percentage Of Time
20
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Correspond with stakeholders
Duties:
Corresponds with program partners, contract personnel, and community members by email, telephone, or other platforms.
Percentage Of Time
20
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Maintain records
Duties:
Maintains project and research records
Percentage Of Time
20
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Meetings
Duties:
Participates in program-related internal and external meetings.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Other duties as assigned
Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
No
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Required Experience
will consider a combination of education and work experience
Required License/Certification
NA
Required Additional Qualifications:
NA
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, sociology, psychology, or related field.
Preferred Experience
2 years in a project assistant or similar position.
Preferred License/Certification
NA
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
NA
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
