YEA! Model Development Coordinator

YEA! Model Development Coordinator

The Research Model Development Coordinator will work with a university team, community partners, and South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) to formalize a model, pilot testing, and evaluate a novel state-wide intervention. They will assist with the setup of data collection, monitor study data collection and maintain tracking databases, and provide task supervision to student research assistants and staff. The coordinator will work closely with Drs. Ann Gowdy and Robert Hock to coordinate the evaluation and refinement of the project through active community engagement. We are seeking a motivated, self-directed individual with strong organizational skills, creative problem-solving skills, and program design and evaluation skills. The candidate may also have opportunities to participate in scholarly publications and clinical activities. The position is full-time with benefits (health, dental, paid leave, etc.).

The Research Model Development Coordinator will:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders. Organize complex project components into workable objectives and tasks, along with maintaining timelines and deliverables. Enter detailed data into project databases and provide timely communication to other project team members.
• Coordination of scheduling and location for study participants. Travel to meet with stakeholders and participate in data collection activities. Create and/or maintain tools for model development, pilot testing, implementation, evaluation, and all respective components of the study.
• Assist in the onboarding and training. Organize project meetings, create agendas, and take minutes.
• Develop project plans and monitor the completion of tasks by staff and student research assistants.
• Oversee procurement of supplies and travel on project-related items, along with incentives for study participants.
• Synthesize research and write professional reports.
• Summarize study progress data for bi-weekly reports to the research team.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field, with experience in child welfare or with transition-age youth in foster care. Experience within a university system, grant management, advanced Excel skills, and program development. Experience conducting research and/or evaluation in community settings.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain relationships with collaborators, professionals, and foster youth. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and professional writing skills. High level of initiative and organizational skills – demonstrated ability to organize complex projects into workable objectives and tasks. Proficiency in Office 365 Suite and virtual meeting platforms. Knowledgeable about transition-age youth, foster care and/or child welfare.