Education Outreach Coordinator

Education Outreach Coordinator - 529966

Job no: 529966

Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)

Location: Tuscaloosa

Categories: Program Coordination, Research/Scientific

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)

Department/Organization: 750801 - Alabama Life Research Institute

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Education Outreach Coordinator develops, manages, and implements quality educational programs for students, families, and adult audiences.

Additional Department Summary: Supports the West Alabama Cardiovascular Health (WACH) Program by developing and implementing educational initiatives that improve community understanding of cardiovascular health, health promotion, and evidence-based prevention strategies. Works collaboratively with faculty, healthcare providers, community partners, and program staff to facilitate the translation of research findings and public health information into educational resources and learning opportunities that support community engagement and health literacy. Develops, coordinates, and evaluates educational materials and learning resources for community members, patients, healthcare providers, students, and community stakeholders. Supports health education workshops, community training activities, and outreach events. Collaborates with faculty and subject matter experts to ensure educational content reflects current evidence and best practices. Assists with participant and community education efforts related to WACH initiatives. Contributes to the development of curricula, training modules, toolkits, and other educational resources that advance program goals.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of educational work experience; OR Master's degree and some educational work experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Strong organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree. Experience developing educational materials or supporting community-based programs.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity : The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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Advertised: 17 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time

Applications close: 24 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time