Research Coordinator at The University of Pennsylvania

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University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Research Coordinator Job Profile Title Research Coordinator Job Description Summary Job Description The Research Coordinator will work on projects related to persuasion, social media, and health. Responsibilities include management and coordination of projects, recruiting participants, analyzing data and preparing presentations, developing research and IRB protocols, contacting health department officials, completing literature reviews, contributing to ongoing research reports and presentations, and assisting with writing. The Research Coordinator is expected to work with the team to advance the group's scientific mission and to communicate with participants and collaborators in an effective fashion. This communication will include regular, electronic, phone, and in-person contacts to engage and maintain interactions with a network of about 90 counties in the US. The Research Coordinator will also schedule and prepare agendas for research meetings and carryout analyses. This is a one-year term limit position, with the possibility of renewal. A resume AND cover letter must be submitted to be considered for candidacy. Due to the nature of the interaction with study participants, some flexibility with work hours may be required (evenings & weekends). Position is grant-funded and continuation is contingent upon continued receipt of grant funds. Position cannot support candidates who need visa sponsorship. Qualifications: BS or BA in Psychology, Statistics, Economics, or closely related field and 1-2 years’ research experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience with multidisciplinary research and clinical trials is preferred. The ideal candidate should be proficient in various computer software, including word processing applications, PowerPoint, Excel, and Mendeley, as well as statistical software such as R and Python. Experience with social media analyses and Unix operating systems is an advantage. Successful completion of courses in statistics and research methods, along with training in research involving human participants and/or Good Clinical Practice (GCP), is essential. Job Competencies: This position requires excellent interpersonal, organizational, statistical, and communication (verbal and written) skills as well as outstanding attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to work well with an interdisciplinary team and with state and county agencies, particularly under tight deadlines. The Research Coordinator will act as a liaison among different parties to support research activities, reso