Population Science Project Coordinator II, School of Public Health

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Manage activities associated with research projects to include: grant expenditure adherence, meeting scheduling, staffing, supervision of personnel, timeline adherence and control of equipment and supplies.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Master's Degree In related field or
  Bachelor's Degree In related field
  

• Experience
  3 years Experience in behavioral, social science, or public health with Master's Degree or
  5 years Experience in behavioral, social science, or public health with Bachelor's Degree and
  

Preferred

• Experience
  Prefer bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
  

JOB DUTIES

• Coordinate reporting aspects such as preparing progress reports, continuing reviews, and updating records for Internal Review Board and funding agency.
• Meet regularly with other staff involved in data collection and data analysis to ensure timelines are being met; identify problems and formulate plans for resolution.
• Contribute to the development and submission of grant proposals: create budgets and budget justifications, work with collaborators to ensure subcontractor agreements are complete and accurate and acquire administrative authorization when needed..
• Assist in conducting surveys and gathering or abstracting data.
• Participate in recruiting and interviewing research participants.
• Synthesize and present research findings.
• Serve as liaison to other departments and/or outside entities.
• Devise work plans for research staff.
• Supervise research project staff by orienting, training and giving ongoing feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to multi-task, work independently, set own priorities and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work requires ability to work with a team.
• Work requires excellent oral and written communication skills.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Physical Requirements

• Talking

 

Working Conditions

• Clinical Setting
• Office Setting

 

Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.