Project Coordinator

We are a community-engaged research team with The Pittsburgh Hill/Homewood Research on Neighborhoods and Memory (Think PHRESH )! The goal of our work is to understand the multi-level factors that contribute to health inequities and to help individuals and communities understand how to support the cognitive and overall health of their community members in underserved communities. 

Prepares grant applications, manuscripts, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, research papers, and assists with complex research papers. Audits research studies, monitors study budgets, resolves complex data collection issues, and implements protocol-specific study recruitment plans. Trains staff and oversees student workers; leads team meetings. Monitors study budgets and orders supplies.

 The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience with project management within a fast-paced research environment, is highly organized, flexible, and detail-oriented, has excellent communication and management skills, and is passionate about health equity. 

Assisting to coordinate meetings (setting agendas, making sure that there are action items that are follow-up on, note-taking in the absence of an admin assistant)

Managing study equipment (i.e., ensuring that all equipment is working as intended including Actigraphs, cell phones, tablets, participant incentives)

Managing field office needs (i.e., work with the Field Coordinator to make sure that all necessary equipment, tools, etc. are met)

Coordination of research collaborations (coordinating between institutions, connecting junior staff with mentors)

IRB maintenance (filing continuing reviews and amendments) and working with partner (RAND) IRB

Preparing NIH Progress Reports 

Oversight of data collection (examining field reports, generating figures and estimates of additional data needed/postcard timing, timeline, etc.)

Opportunity to contribute to writing, analysis, and publications and be part of the research team.

Generally sedentary.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.