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Research Coordinator I - Cizik School of Nursing (Casual)

UTHealth, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.

UTHealth Houston's Cizik School of Nursing is seeking a Research Coordinator I to join on a casual basis. This position will assist the PI in working on a pilot study for a P30 Roybal award. The ideal candidate will be customer service orientated, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and has experience in working with the public in any capacity. Previous academic institution experience is a plus! This casual schedule is on an as-needed basis between 0-19.5 hours weekly.

This position is funded by grants that comprise 50% or more of the funding. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding for this position. Your employment may end upon the cancellation or discontinuation of the project, program, or funding.

Location: 6901 Bertner Ave, Houston, Texas 77030

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employeesGenerous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

Free financial and legal counselingFree mental health counseling servicesGym membership discounts and access to wellness programsOther employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.Resources for child and elder carePlus many more!

Position Summary:

Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Assists with the day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants.Assists with the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research-planning meetings to assist in the preparation of budget drafts for departmental leadership approval.Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department.May review contracts and develop training.Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Working knowledge of MS Office.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity