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Visiting Project Coordinator, Geiger Lab - Department of Health and Kinesiology

Experience Champaign Urbana, Champaign, Illinois, us, 61825


Visiting Project Coordinator, Geiger Lab - Department of Health and KinesiologyThe Department of Health and Kinesiology (HK) seeks a full-time (12-month) Visiting Project Coordinator. This position will serve as project coordinator for the Illinois Youth Tobacco Survey project, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis regarding youth tobacco use and related behaviors. They play a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and executing the survey to inform tobacco control efforts.

The Illinois Youth Tobacco Survey is a collaborative project funded by the CDC, executed by Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the University of Illinois. The university’s college of Applied Health Sciences (AHS) faculty and Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute (IHSI) staff will meet regularly with the IDPH team, develop survey distribution and collections systems, handle outreach to schools, data analysis and reporting.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and execute the Illinois Youth Tobacco Survey across various schools and communities in the state.

Collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, and schools, to ensure the successful execution of the survey.

Utilize survey instruments, sampling strategies, and data collection protocols in collaboration with research partners and stakeholders.

Conduct advanced statistical analyses to examine trends, patterns, and determinants of youth tobacco use, employing appropriate analytical techniques and software.

Analyze survey data to identify trends and patterns in youth tobacco use and prepare comprehensive reports for stakeholders.

Stay abreast of relevant research, policies, and best practices in tobacco control and youth prevention efforts.

QualificationsRequired:

Master’s degree in public health

One year (12 months) of work experience coordinating public health research or surveillance projects

Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, and community-based organizations

Preferred:

Graduate and/or undergraduate study focused in epidemiology

Experience working with schools

Experience in survey research, data analysis, and manuscript preparation, preferably in tobacco control or adolescent health

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Comprehensive understanding of survey methodology and research design.

Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, duties, responsibilities, and deadlines, according to goals set by project lead.

Strong written and verbal communication, including documenting processes and procedures.

Strong understanding of survey methodology, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R)

Ability to accurately answer questions, solve problems, and work with external parties to meet needs.

Appointment InformationThis position is a 100% full-time Visiting Academic Professional position. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position of limited duration. As this position is grant funded, it is subject to the continued availability of funding and programmatic need. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The salary range for this position is $50,000.00 to $55,000.00.

Application Procedures & Deadline InformationApplications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 18, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through

https://jobs.illinois.edu

will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact AHS HR at ahs-hr@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process.

Requisition ID : 1026959Job Category : ResearchApply at:

https://jobs.illinois.edu

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