Research Coordinator I (multiple positions)
University of Massachusetts Lowell

Job no: 523219
Position type: Staff Full Time/Part-Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Department of Public Health
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience/grant
Applications Open: May 02 2024
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Coordinator I is responsible for carrying out multiple complex research protocols.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a social, behavioral or health science field plus some working experience in a related field. However, we will consider candidates with a HS diploma or GED/equivalent and 4+ years of health-related experience
• Bilingual or multilingual, ability to communicate proficiently in both English and any of Spanish, Vietnamese, or Chinese
• Proficient in use of productivity software (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, both the oral and written necessary to interact with study participants, community organizations, and project team members
• Excellent organization, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to off-site locations (having a vehicle and licensed to drive in MA)

Additional Considerations:

• Knowledge of geography and communities in Central and Northeastern Massachusetts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in working in communities
• Knowledge of federal requirements for the conduct of human studies
• 1 year of related experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is a Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit position, Grade P13.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This position is contingent upon funding. Salary will be commensurate with experience/grant.

Please include a resume and a cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.