Research Coordinator

Job Title
Research Coordinator

Requisition Number
RE52755

Working Title

Department Name
40546:Center for the Environment

Work Location
East Palestine, OH

Grade Level
43

Salary Range
$19.18-30.68/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MS

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Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for long periods; ability to drive to community locations; ability to communicate with various audiences

Shift

Will require some weekends.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for coordinating and overseeing community-engaged research activities. Key duties include planning, organizing, and facilitating local research meetings such as the Community Advisory Board and the Clinical and Public Health Taskforce, including agenda development, meeting facilitation, and documentation. The position ensures research activities align with community goals and serves as the primary liaison between the Principal Investigator, the university, and community partners.

The role also leads communication and outreach efforts, including collaborating on the design and dissemination of study advertisements, managing research-related social media and promotional materials, and coordinating participant recruitment. Additional responsibilities include representing the research at local events, hosting community information sessions, and assisting with communications and progress updates to funding agencies.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
01/14/2026

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