What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator, Oncology - Epidemiology position at Wayne State University?
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Project Coordinator, Oncology - Epidemiology at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential Functions (job Duties)
Ensures that projects are executed and completed within timeframes to reach Epidemiology research objectives of enrollment of new research participants up to and including the collection physician medical clearance forms, pre-program health screener, baseline survey and informed consent. Assist with baseline research program measurements and end of program and document results of baseline testing and end of program with performance site staff.
Working with key partners in the Marketing and Development Departments to increase program visibility and enrollment. Building a foundation of social media presence for the intervention. Organizing fundraising event(s) to build at least one program fundraising event per year to benefit intervention participants. Organization would include obtaining needed permits, social media posts, registration of participants, donor solicitation and event day activities. Build relationships with potential donors with the goal of fundraising for the program. Assist with the preparation of donor material.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Unique duties
The Research Project Coordinator for the Population Sciences Division of the Department of Oncology (Epidemiology), reports to the Program Leader of Population Studies and Disparities Research Program. In this role, the Research Project Coordinator will provide crucial support to research efforts of WSU's National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated comprehensive cancer center. Specifically, this position supports the implementation of an exercise intervention led by the Program Leader. This position also serves as a liaison to outside stakeholders for the Department of Oncology, Division of Population Sciences, working with the Marketing and Development Departments, outside vendors, community groups and research collaborators from other institutions. This position will provide direct support of research projects (ex: coordination of grant submissions, development, and analysis of demographic surveys) and may be partially supported by extramural funding, commensurate with research effort.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Entry level (less that a year of job-related experience)
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Preferred qualifications
H06 - School of Medicine
Primary department
H0632 - Oncology
Employment type
Normal office environment.
Job openings
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal employment opportunity statement
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential Functions (job Duties)
Ensures that projects are executed and completed within timeframes to reach Epidemiology research objectives of enrollment of new research participants up to and including the collection physician medical clearance forms, pre-program health screener, baseline survey and informed consent. Assist with baseline research program measurements and end of program and document results of baseline testing and end of program with performance site staff.
Working with key partners in the Marketing and Development Departments to increase program visibility and enrollment. Building a foundation of social media presence for the intervention. Organizing fundraising event(s) to build at least one program fundraising event per year to benefit intervention participants. Organization would include obtaining needed permits, social media posts, registration of participants, donor solicitation and event day activities. Build relationships with potential donors with the goal of fundraising for the program. Assist with the preparation of donor material.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Unique duties
The Research Project Coordinator for the Population Sciences Division of the Department of Oncology (Epidemiology), reports to the Program Leader of Population Studies and Disparities Research Program. In this role, the Research Project Coordinator will provide crucial support to research efforts of WSU's National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated comprehensive cancer center. Specifically, this position supports the implementation of an exercise intervention led by the Program Leader. This position also serves as a liaison to outside stakeholders for the Department of Oncology, Division of Population Sciences, working with the Marketing and Development Departments, outside vendors, community groups and research collaborators from other institutions. This position will provide direct support of research projects (ex: coordination of grant submissions, development, and analysis of demographic surveys) and may be partially supported by extramural funding, commensurate with research effort.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Entry level (less that a year of job-related experience)
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Strong Project Coordinator Skillset: Self-motivated, adaptable, and efficient, able to initiate and complete tasks independently; detail oriented with strong organizational and problem-resolution skills.
- Effective Team Member: Works well with others who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, demonstrates a strong capacity to collaborate and work towards a common goal. Comfortable accepting and providing constructive feedback.
- Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to present effectively to diverse groups, excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be confident communicating through virtual channels with team members and others.
- Advanced Capabilities with Microsoft Office Products: Skilled in using office software for research papers, data management and presentation preparation.
Preferred qualifications
H06 - School of Medicine
Primary department
H0632 - Oncology
Employment type
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full or Fractional Time
- Job category: Staff/Administrative
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Hourly rate:
- Salary minimum:
- Salary hire maximum:
Normal office environment.
Job openings
- Number of openings: 1
- Reposted position: No
- Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
- Prior posting/requisition number:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal employment opportunity statement
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
