Research Study Coordinator
Job Description
Position Information
Position Title
Research Study Coordinator
Job Type
Staff
Position Information
School of Pharmacy and Health Professions
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applicants for a Research Study Coordinator position for the Trustworthy AI to address health disparities in Under-Resourced Communities (AI-For-U) research project in the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions. We seek candidates who can work with diverse groups of project respondents, healthcare practitioners, faculty and students. This is a full time, 12-month, grant-funded position with benefits. The position reports to the Dean of the School of Pharmacy & Health Professions but will work closely with AI-For-U for project Co-Principal Investigators. Salary is $60,000.
AI-FOR-U aims to develop artificial intelligence (AI) tools that are fair, understandable, and effectively serve under-resourced communities in the health sector. Focused on cardiometabolic disease, oncology, and behavioral health, this initiative combines theory-driven community engagement with cutting-edge AI technology, prioritizing inclusivity and stakeholder-driven approaches.
Position Information:
The Research Study Coordinator will play a pivotal role in the AI-FOR-U project, supporting the Principal Investigator by ensuring that communications, required reports, and project activities are effectively managed.
Responsibilities
- Coordinating and implementing project timelines in collaboration with the Principal Investigator. Producing comprehensive progress and financial reports to keep stakeholders informed.
- Managing logistics for meetings, including scheduling, venue selection, and material preparation.
- Assisting in organizing stakeholder and partner meetings, ensuring effective communication and documentation of proceedings.
- Collecting, organizing, and disseminating programmatic information to all relevant parties.
- Facilitating communication between community partners across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Classification
29-0000 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Experience in project or grant management, especially in academic or healthcare settings
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- MS in appropriate field.
- Experience in community engagement and working with diverse populations is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with AI and machine learning technologies is a plus,
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Effective decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills to interact and work effectively with external constituencies and stakeholders including public and private organizations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated understanding and ability to function within the culture of an HBCU and work with a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.
- Organizational and time management skills to keep materials in order, track complex schedules, and follow through with assignments to completion.
- Demonstrated good judgment and critical thinking skills when handling a variety of procedural and technical tasks.
Certifications/Registrations
N/A
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
FLSA
Exempt
Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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