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Project Coordinator - Health and Development Laboratory

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Nov 04, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14322P
Working Title	Project Coordinator - Health and Development Laboratory
Department	VPR-Center for Family Research
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The Center for Family Research conducts pioneering research on the ways in which stress affects family relationships, youth development, and adult health, with an emphasis on Black American populations in the southern United States. We study how families and individuals thrive in the face of stress from social and environmental stressors like racism and poverty. Central to this research is the translation of basic research on development and health into empirically proven preventive interventions that leverage the strengths of families to promote family well-being.
College/Unit/Department website	cfr.uga.edu
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday, Some evening and weekend availability is preferred.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with experience
Posting Date	10/31/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	01/12/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
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Position Information

Classification Title	Res Coord-Non-Clinical II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	100
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Position Summary	The Project Coordinator will play a central role in organizing and managing all aspects of a large-scale, federally funded longitudinal research study in collaboration at The University of North Carolina. The project will examine how adolescents' stressors during school transitions relate to parents' cardiovascular health. This position requires strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, as well as comfort working with both parents and adolescents.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Strong organizational, communication, and management skills. Problem-solving, solution focused, team-player. Prior experience coordinating research projects or supervising students/staff preferred. Comfort and professionalism when interacting with adolescents and families. Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. The Principal Investigator will provide training on all study protocols, data collection procedures, and regulatory requirements. Prior experience in human subjects research is helpful but not required. The most important attributes are strong organizational and interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to manage and mentor a team effectively. Some evening and weekend availability is preferred.
Physical Demands	Able to lift/carry 20lb Driving as needed to perform job-related tasks
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Supervise research support staff (e.g., research assistants, phlebotomists)

Develop and maintain participant information data systems, send research correspondence to participants, schedule research visits, prepare for and conduct visits.
Assist in hiring and training research support staff. Maintain research assistant schedules and facilitate regular check-in's regarding progress on all activities.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage activities related to participant recruitment and retention

Work with research assistants to recruit participants (e.g., attend community events, partner with liaisons) to track and achieve recruitment targets.
Supervise team to retain participants across 18-month study window; strategize with the study investigators as needed to encourage participant completion of all study activities and address any challenges.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Provide weekly summaries to PI regarding project status Using excel spreadsheets and other project management tools, develop timelines, prepare project progress summaries, and troubleshoot barriers to meeting project goals and deadlines.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities	Submit IRB materials and maintain IRB approval throughout life of the project Prepare and update implementation protocols and prepare IRB modifications in advance of protocol adjustments. Communicate with IRB staff related to updated guidance, clarifications.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Conduct data quality checks and/or supervise staff review of data Review survey data after it is uploaded in accordance with agreed upon quality standards. Export and review data at regular intervals
Percentage of time	5