Research Coordinator

Job ID

16638

Location

Arlington, TX

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Salary

The annual salary for this position ranges from $52,200 to $63,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• References (minimum of three)

Purpose of Position

In collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Coordinator will support the daily operations of an NIH-funded research project focused on preventing substance use initiation and escalation among first-year college students. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the successful start-up, implementation, and ongoing management of study activities, including regulatory submissions, participant recruitment and retention, data collection, participant payments, data management, study documentation, and coordination of project workflows. The Research Coordinator will coordinate project tasks with the PI and research team, assist with scheduling and coordination of meetings with investigators and research staff, participate in study meetings, support preparation of timely status reports and updates for investigators, and assist with data management and data sharing activities. The coordinator will also support recruitment efforts through coordination of recruitment materials and participant outreach, help coordinate and lead focus groups with study participants, and will contribute to dissemination activities including manuscript preparation, presentations, and related research products.

Essential Functions

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting.

• Maintains regulatory documentation and study records, ensures adherence to NIH and institutional requirements, supports preparation of progress reports, and assists with audit readiness and compliance monitoring activities.

Project Administration.

• Coordinates all project start-up activities including IRB submissions and modifications, development and finalization of study protocols and materials, preparation of regulatory documentation, and establishment of study procedures, workflows, and compliance systems in accordance with NIH and institutional requirements.
• Supports and implements recruitment strategies, communicates with potential participants, and maintains ongoing participant engagement and retention efforts.
• Helps coordinate and lead focus groups with study participants.
• Manages day-to-day study operations including scheduling, coordination with the PI and research team, tracking study progress and milestones, and ensuring smooth implementation of all research activities.
• Assists with purchasing and procurement of study-related supplies and materials as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, psychology, or a related social science or health-related field, and two (2) years of experience in research coordination, research administration, program coordination, or a related role, preferably in a social science or health-related setting or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working in a research setting, with familiarity with IRB processes, qualitative and quantitative methodology with human subjects, participant recruitment in community-based or clinical research settings, and management of large research projects.
• Strong experience in budgeting, procurement, and administrative coordination preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team dynamic.
• Ability to conduct daily operations with minimal supervision, manage multiple tasks, and set priorities against deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and professional demeanor.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with people of all ages and a wide range of backgrounds.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, presentation, and computer/pc skills.
• Ability to comply with standard operating practices.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Occasional flexibility needed to accommodate study deadlines, participant needs, or community-based research activities.
• This position includes a combination of remote and in-office work, with flexibility based on project needs.
• Position funded through 8/31/2031

Working Conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Requires occasional evening or weekend hours
• Hybrid work environment (remote & office)

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

PreEmployment Background Check

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].