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The University of Texas System - Tyler, TX
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Tyler, TX
501-1,000 employees
Educational Services
About the position
The Research Coordinator II position at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Tyler, TX, involves supporting community engagement programs and assisting researchers and community organizations in Northeast Texas. The role includes project management, budget preparation, and maintaining data integrity for various research projects.
Responsibilities
- Provides day-to-day project management coordination for research projects including personnel, facilities, and supplies.
- Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to private foundations and governmental agencies.
- Prepares budgets and initiates re-budgeting requests based on research staff needs.
- Attends research-planning meetings to assist in budget draft preparation for departmental leadership approval.
- Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensuring accuracy and integrity.
- Prepares draft reports and communications for departmental leadership.
- Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.
- Provides administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within the department.
- May review contracts and develop training materials.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.
- Two years of relevant experience, with the possibility of substituting experience with additional education.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Working knowledge of MS Office.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous experience working with community outreach research is highly preferred.
- Previous experience working with RedCap is preferred, but not required.
Benefits
- 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
- Generous time off including holidays, preventative leave days, vacation, and sick time (around 37-38 days per year).
- Longevity Pay after two years of service.
- Retirement/pension plan options.
- Free financial and legal counseling services.
- Free mental health counseling services.
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
- Employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones.
- Resources for child and elder care.
