Assistant Project Coordinator
Assistant Project Coordinator
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Job Description
Position Title:
Assistant Project CoordinatorJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated proficiency with personal computers including Microsoft Word Excel Outlook Access and internet-based tools as evidenced by formal training or at least one year of related work experience.Documented experience working in a social science research lab or serving as a research assistant on federally funded research projects.
Professional or volunteer experience interacting with various populations such as children adolescents or individuals with health impairments or adverse institutional experiences.
Foundational knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical programming languages such as R SPSS or Matlab as demonstrated through coursework projects or prior employment.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly-detail oriented Assistant Research Project Coordinator to assist with the day-to-day management of a federally funded research project examining the outcomes associated with delinquency in justice-involved and child welfare-involved families. The Project Coordinator will work closely with a team of three principal investigators across multiple universities and the Research Project Coordinator. Primary responsibilities include coordinating recruitment and scheduling of assessments conducting fidelity assessments of assessment procedures assisting with IRB modifications and providing guidance and training to undergraduate research assistants who are involved on the project. The position also involves administrative tasks related to research outreach ordering supplies and coordination with units in the college.
The person in this position will join the Intergenerational Research (iGen) Lab at Iowa State University led by Dr. Maria Schweer-Collins in the Department of Psychology. Our team is dedicated to understanding the long-term health outcomes associated with early adversity with a particular focus on juvenile justice and child welfare populations. We use methods from developmental and health psychology to examine how psychosocial stress and adversity impact health specifically through longitudinal multigenerational research. Our Labs applied work focuses on co-developing tailored preventive interventions in collaboration with the communities and individuals they are designed to serve to improve the relevance and successful implementation and sustainability of those interventions.
Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong interpersonal abilities to build rapport and communicate effectively with research participants. Many participants may be psychologically vulnerable due to their age health status or prior experiences with institutions so sensitivity and professionalism are essential. The ideal candidate will bring a highly efficient and organized approach to their work demonstrate strong attention to detail and be capable of managing multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. Effective problem-solving abilities adaptability and a collaborative mindset are also critical for success in this role.
Candidate will be hired as a Program Assistant II.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
This position requires a minimum of 30 hours per week with the possibility of increasing to 40 hours per week depending on the applicants preference and laboratory needs. The initial appointment will be for a 12-month term with the potential for renewal contingent upon continued funding.
Level Guidelines
Career-level position demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of related competencies
Works under direct to general supervision and may receive guidance on more complex assignments
Follows established procedures for work assignments and completes assignments which are semi-routine and may be atypical in nature
Applies thorough knowledge to respond to inquiries and requests
Able to resolve most problems and issues and respond to requests without escalation
Provides guidance to students
May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team
Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
July 6 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Part timePay Grade:
PS804Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.Original Posting Date:
June 4 2025Posting Close Date:
June 11 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17189Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
