Study Coordinator

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Closing Date:

09/03/2026Type of Position:Researchers and Scientists

Workstudy Position:

NoJob Type:Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term) Work Shift:

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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Summary of Job Duties:The Study Coordinator will work with the PIs to manage the study and facilitate the day-to-day collection of research data at the assigned research site. The study coordinator will be responsible for maintaining regulatory and compliance documents, recruiting and consenting study participants, collecting and processing the collected data, among other related tasks.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in exercise science or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• Experience collecting biomechanical and strength data and phlebotomy training

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed radiation safety training

• Experience with exercise interventions or physical activity

Knowledge, Skills Abilities (KSA):

• Knowledge in gait analysis

• Knowledge body composition analysis

• Knowledge in Phlebotomy, strength testing,and DXA

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

This position is a Designated Research Positionand is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant's background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information.

Salary Information:

$46,383.00

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Abigail Schmitt
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Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Adult Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check

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Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:N/AOccasional Physical Activity:Lifting, Pulling, PushingBenefits Eligible:Yes