Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator Requisition Number: RE52755 Department: 40546: Center for the Environment Work Location: East Palestine, OH Grade Level: 43 Salary Range: $19.18-30.68/hour Type of Position: Staff Position Time Status: Full-Time Required Education: MS Required Related Experience: 1 year Required License/Registration/Certification: None Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods; ability to drive to community locations; ability to communicate with various audiences Shift: Will require some weekends Accepting Applications Until: 01/14/2026 Job Summary This role is responsible for coordinating and overseeing community‑engaged research activities. Key duties include planning, organizing, and facilitating local research meetings such as the Community Advisory Board and the Clinical and Public Health Taskforce, including agenda development, meeting facilitation, and documentation. The position ensures research activities align with community goals and serves as the primary liaison between the Principal Investigator, the university, and community partners. Lead communication and outreach efforts, collaborating on the design and dissemination of study advertisements. Manage research‑related social media and promotional materials. Coordinate participant recruitment. Represent the research at local events and host community information sessions. Assist with communications and progress updates to funding agencies. Supervisory Responsibilities No Senior Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Online Audio and Video Media Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Kentucky follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, including a national background check and/or drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr