"Research Project Coordinator - School of Public Health"

Position Summary

A dynamic, out-going, detail-oriented project coordinator is needed to coordinate project functions for a program of research focused on environmental drivers of maternal and child health outcomes in the School of Public Health at WashU in St. Louis. This is a challenging and rewarding position.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides supporting administrative functions to the principal investigators; tracks and maintains an inventory of over 100,000 biospecimens; assists with grant applications and progress reports; assists with tracking of project expenses and purchases; helps to prepare and edit slides for scientific presentations and assists with manuscript editing and submission.
• Maintains and updates websites and social media accounts for the research program; develops participant newsletters and materials translating scientific research findings for lay audiences.
• Develops policy briefs and/or technical reports about scientific accomplishments to inform local, state and federal officials on study results.
• Opportunities also exist for independent data analysis and publishing in peer reviewed journals, if desired.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment.

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.

Equipment
Office equipment.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
Master's degree

Skills:
Communication, Data Analysis, Data Collection Methods, Report Development, Researching, Supervision, Teamwork

Grade

R09

Salary Range

$41,700.00 - $75,600.00 / Annually