Research Project Coordinator - School of Public Health

Washington University in St. Louis • Indianola, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

A dynamic, out-going, detail-oriented project coordinator is needed to coordinate project functions for a program of research focused on environmental drivers of maternal and child health outcomes in the School of Public Health at WashU in St. Louis. This is a challenging and rewarding position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• Communication
• Data Analysis
• Data Collection Methods
• Report Development
• Researching
• Supervision
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Provides supporting administrative functions to the principal investigators
• Tracks and maintains an inventory of over 100,000 biospecimens
• Assists with grant applications and progress reports
• Assists with tracking of project expenses and purchases
• Helps to prepare and edit slides for scientific presentations and assists with manuscript editing and submission.
• Maintains and updates websites and social media accounts for the research program
• Develops participant newsletters and materials translating scientific research findings for lay audiences.
• Develops policy briefs and/or technical reports about scientific accomplishments to inform local, state and federal officials on study results.
• Opportunities also exist for independent data analysis and publishing in peer reviewed journals, if desired.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees