Research Coordinator (TEMP)

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

19h

About The Position

The Research Coordinator will support the day-to-day research activities of a newly established laboratory, with primary responsibilities spanning quantitative data management and analysis, scientific writing, and grant development and coordination. This work involves quantitative analysis of secondary data sources, integrating geocoded environmental exposure with innovative biomarkers of health and aging, including epigenetic and inflammatory measures. The Principal Investigator is committed to mentorship and professional development, and the Research Coordinator will have opportunities to contribute as a co-author on scientific manuscripts and to pursue independent research aligned with their interests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

Nice To Haves

• Background in psychology, sociology, public health, or biomedical sciences.
• Experience conducting quantitative analyses using R statistical software, including cross-sectional and longitudinal regression.
• Skilled in conducting literature reviews.
• Master's degree or higher in psychology, sociology, public health, biomedical sciences, or a related field.
• Strong scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and analyze secondary datasets using R statistical software; responsibilities include data cleaning, variable construction, data visualization, and a range of quantitative analyses, including descriptive statistics and regression analyses.
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts, including drafting methods and results sections, providing feedback on introductions and discussion sections, and supporting submission and revision processes (e.g., editing proofs, formatting references).
• Conduct systematic and narrative literature reviews to support manuscript preparation and grant development.
• Support grant development and submission activities, including non-scientific grant sections (e.g., Protection of Human Subjects, Data Management and Sharing Plan) and coordinating with UCF staff on budgetary and submission-related tasks.
• Perform other research-related administrative tasks as needed, including drafting IRB protocols and coordinating study amendments, preparing and managing data use agreements, and conference-related activities.

Benefits

• State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida.
• The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment.
• If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.
• OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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