Research Program Engagement Coordinator-School of Population Health-Grant Funded-Part Time

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Plans and coordinates community engagement and educational initiatives to increase awareness, understanding, and participation in clinical research. Serves as a liaison between research teams and community partners to build trust, promote research opportunities, and support equitable participation in clinical studies. Builds and maintains institutional relationships related to research initiatives and the UMMC research core. Delivers and facilitates multidisciplinary community engagement functions, programs, and activities that advance the research mission.

This is a grant-funded, part-time, hourly position in the School of Population Health at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, located at the Main Campus in Jackson. The position is non-exempt and has an FTE of 80%.

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
• At least one year of research, clinical, or event-planning work experience.
• Knowledge of community engagement, health education, and clinical research principles.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners, research teams, and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze and summarize program data and prepare reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and virtual meeting platforms.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to inclusive community engagement.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement community engagement and educational events that promote awareness of clinical research opportunities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to expand research outreach.
• Represent the organization at community events, health fairs, workshops, and public meetings to educate audiences about clinical research.
• Collaborate with investigators and research staff to support participant recruitment and community engagement strategies for research studies.
• Develop and distribute educational and promotional materials related to clinical research and research participation.
• Track outreach activities, participation metrics, and program outcomes, and prepare reports for leadership and funding agencies as needed.
• Assist with developing and implementing community engagement plans that support organizational research priorities and health equity initiatives.
• Guide patients in connecting with resources to improve access to health services and research participation.
• Coordinate daily operations and evaluate financial data to help ensure research is conducted cost-efficiently and fiscally responsibly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree