Research Coordinator I

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

3d

About The Position

The Research Coordinator I is housed within the Department of Health Services
Research, Management and Policy in the College of Public Health and Health
Professions at the University of Florida. This position supports multiple
research programs across the Department and contributes to the successful
implementation of grant‑funded research studies. Responsibilities include
assisting with project planning, participant engagement, data collection,
administrative operations, and data management under the direction of the
Department Chair. This position works closely with Principal Investigators,
research staff, and community partners to maintain efficient project workflows,
ensure accurate documentation, and support timely communication with internal
and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a research, academic, or administrative support environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating participant recruitment and engagement, scheduling, follow-up, and engagement
• Facilitating data collection activities such as surveys, interviews, and focus groups
• Managing logistics for project meetings and events, including scheduling, preparing agendas, and documenting minutes and action items
• Tracking timelines, deliverables, and task completion
• Assisting with financial and documentation processes, including project invoicing support, expense tracking, and participant payments
• Assisting with the collection, entry, organization, and quality review of study data in accordance with project protocols
• Maintaining secure data systems, monitors data completeness and accuracy, and supports routine data cleaning activities
• Contributing to the preparation of project reports, summaries, and progress updates for internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting the development of materials for presentations, manuscripts, and grant reports as assigned

Benefits

• health, dental and vision insurance
• state retirement plans
• a generous leave program
• tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level