University of Minnesota
Project Coordinator - Temporary and Part-time (20 hours/week)
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
About the Job
The School of Public Health (SPH) is committed to antiracism and anti-oppression and welcomes you to join us in our pursuit of building equity and driving justice. We particularly encourage applications from those who belong to groups that have been historically underrepresented in our School, including those who are American Indian, Black, Indigenous, and people of color, those with disabilities, veterans, and those from LGBTQIA+ communities.BackgroundThis position will serve as a project coordinator for an NIH-funded pilot study examining the use of a mentoring afterschool program to improve adolescent and young adult mental health. In this program young adults (e.g., college students) are trained to mentor adolescents in an afterschool program based on behavioral activation principles to improve adolescent depression symptoms. This feasibility trial is a mixed methods study and will include both qualitative (focus groups, interviews) and quantitative data (process data, surveys, accelerometry). This position (20 hours/week) is a 8-9 month position, with an anticipated start date around October 1st, 2024 and an anticipated end date of June 15, 2024. The position will pay $21.33/hour.Duties/Responsibilities
Study recruitment & implementation (15%)Assist with developing and implementing protocols for engaging community partners in research and research recruitmentMonitor, identify, and address any issues that may impact recruitment and implementation of research activitiesCoordinate with community partners regarding day-to-day logistics of research projectsCoordinate research team (15%)Work with PI and research team to coordinate tasks related to recruitment and training of project interns (e.g., hiring procedures, payroll/managing timecards, recruitment material development)Provide training and technical assistance to student research assistants related to recruitment and data collection activitiesWork with PI to schedule, facilitate, and plan team meetingsData collection & management (70%)Follow research protocols to collect mixed methods data (accelerometry, focus groups/interviews, survey data, observational fidelity data, process data)Follow research protocols to manage data collectedAssist with data cleaning and analysis as appropriateCollaborate with research team to prepare dissemination materials for scientific and public audiences (manuscripts, presentations, reports)Work arrangements
This role needs to be able to attend afterschool programming in community locations in the Twin Cities metro area and inner-ring suburbs from 2:30-3:30pm Monday-Fridays. The role may also require occasional early morning or evening hours for recruitment events. Almost all the work in this position will occur in-person in the office or in the field.Qualifications
All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.Required:Bachelor's degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 4 years.Experience with grant-based work requirements, such as developing and following work plans and protocols, reporting requirements and federal financial policies and proceduresExperience conducting community outreach, including engaging and following through with diverse stakeholdersExperience with developing and implementing data collection protocols and manuals.Previous experience with project management related to data collection and database developmentProficiency in basic computer programs including Word, Acrobat, Powerpoint, and ExcelAble to work a variable work schedule, including afternoon availability to attend after school programming and occasional morning/evening availability for recruitment eventsValid driver's license, current insurance and personal vehicle to be used for work purposes (project will reimburse for gas/mileage per UMN policy)Professional oral and written communication styleExcellent interpersonal skillsDetail-oriented with exceptional organizational and planning skills.Comfort with and sensitivity to many lifestyles, cultures, and communitiesPreferred:Experience with school-based health programmingExperience with qualitative research (e.g., focus groups, interviews)Experience with accelerometryMaster's degree in Public Health or Behavioral Health-related fieldFluent in Spanish (spoken and written)Ability to develop, train and manage staff who have individual learner needs, preferences, and backgroundsExperience assisting in the development of intervention materialsFamiliarity with IRB submissions and reportingAre you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Please submit:Cover letter indicating how your education and experience qualify you for this position and have prepared you to carry out the responsibilities described above;A detailed resume that highlights all relevant training, work or volunteer experiences, responsibilities, and accomplishments.Inclusion of a Diversity Statement as a part of the submitted application materials is encouraged.To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
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The School of Public Health (SPH) is committed to antiracism and anti-oppression and welcomes you to join us in our pursuit of building equity and driving justice. We particularly encourage applications from those who belong to groups that have been historically underrepresented in our School, including those who are American Indian, Black, Indigenous, and people of color, those with disabilities, veterans, and those from LGBTQIA+ communities.BackgroundThis position will serve as a project coordinator for an NIH-funded pilot study examining the use of a mentoring afterschool program to improve adolescent and young adult mental health. In this program young adults (e.g., college students) are trained to mentor adolescents in an afterschool program based on behavioral activation principles to improve adolescent depression symptoms. This feasibility trial is a mixed methods study and will include both qualitative (focus groups, interviews) and quantitative data (process data, surveys, accelerometry). This position (20 hours/week) is a 8-9 month position, with an anticipated start date around October 1st, 2024 and an anticipated end date of June 15, 2024. The position will pay $21.33/hour.Duties/Responsibilities
Study recruitment & implementation (15%)Assist with developing and implementing protocols for engaging community partners in research and research recruitmentMonitor, identify, and address any issues that may impact recruitment and implementation of research activitiesCoordinate with community partners regarding day-to-day logistics of research projectsCoordinate research team (15%)Work with PI and research team to coordinate tasks related to recruitment and training of project interns (e.g., hiring procedures, payroll/managing timecards, recruitment material development)Provide training and technical assistance to student research assistants related to recruitment and data collection activitiesWork with PI to schedule, facilitate, and plan team meetingsData collection & management (70%)Follow research protocols to collect mixed methods data (accelerometry, focus groups/interviews, survey data, observational fidelity data, process data)Follow research protocols to manage data collectedAssist with data cleaning and analysis as appropriateCollaborate with research team to prepare dissemination materials for scientific and public audiences (manuscripts, presentations, reports)Work arrangements
This role needs to be able to attend afterschool programming in community locations in the Twin Cities metro area and inner-ring suburbs from 2:30-3:30pm Monday-Fridays. The role may also require occasional early morning or evening hours for recruitment events. Almost all the work in this position will occur in-person in the office or in the field.Qualifications
All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.Required:Bachelor's degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 4 years.Experience with grant-based work requirements, such as developing and following work plans and protocols, reporting requirements and federal financial policies and proceduresExperience conducting community outreach, including engaging and following through with diverse stakeholdersExperience with developing and implementing data collection protocols and manuals.Previous experience with project management related to data collection and database developmentProficiency in basic computer programs including Word, Acrobat, Powerpoint, and ExcelAble to work a variable work schedule, including afternoon availability to attend after school programming and occasional morning/evening availability for recruitment eventsValid driver's license, current insurance and personal vehicle to be used for work purposes (project will reimburse for gas/mileage per UMN policy)Professional oral and written communication styleExcellent interpersonal skillsDetail-oriented with exceptional organizational and planning skills.Comfort with and sensitivity to many lifestyles, cultures, and communitiesPreferred:Experience with school-based health programmingExperience with qualitative research (e.g., focus groups, interviews)Experience with accelerometryMaster's degree in Public Health or Behavioral Health-related fieldFluent in Spanish (spoken and written)Ability to develop, train and manage staff who have individual learner needs, preferences, and backgroundsExperience assisting in the development of intervention materialsFamiliarity with IRB submissions and reportingAre you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Please submit:Cover letter indicating how your education and experience qualify you for this position and have prepared you to carry out the responsibilities described above;A detailed resume that highlights all relevant training, work or volunteer experiences, responsibilities, and accomplishments.Inclusion of a Diversity Statement as a part of the submitted application materials is encouraged.To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
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