Kinesiology Project Coordinator
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Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Project Coordinator NEJob Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and motivatedHybrid Project Coordinatorto support three complementary research initiatives focused on mental health and exercise interventions:
KBIM-Dane: A community-based participatory research project implementing an exercise intervention within two clinics supporting a first-episode psychosis program.
CBT: A study evaluating cognitive-behavioral therapy enhancements for depression.
RESIST: A randomized controlled trial investigating resistance exercise as a treatment for depression.
This full-time position willallocateapproximately one-third effort to each project with the coordinator serving as thelead coordinator for KBIM-Daneand providing essential support for CBT and RESIST and other ongoing and upcoming projects in Dr. Meyers Wellbeing and Exercise Laboratory. Specific weekly and ongoing timing may shift among the projects and general work within the Wellbeing and Exercise Laboratorycomponentof the position. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across diverse research methodologies and clinical settings contributing to innovative exercise-based approaches to mental health care.
Key Responsibilities
KBIM-Dane (Lead Coordinator)
Oversee project start-up including IRB submissions protocol development and stakeholder engagement.
Coordinate clinic partnerships andfacilitatecommunity-based participatory research activities (e.g. focus groups).
Manage recruitment scheduling and data collection across two clinical sites (Flyyand Chrysalis).
Lead implementation of the co-designed exercise intervention at the clinical sites.
CBT and RESIST (Supporting Research Team Member)
Complete assessment and intervention visits as needed.
Assistwith participant recruitment scheduling and retention strategies.
Cross-Project Duties
Serve as a central communication point for investigators and research staff across projects.
Track timelines deliverables and budgets to ensure smooth project execution.
Prepare progress reports meeting agendas and documentation for funders and stakeholders.
Assistwith design planninglogistics and setup ofadditionalprojects within the Wellbeing and Exercise Laboratory.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Schedules logistics and secures resources for research supplies equipment and facilities
- Develops enhances and maintains operational standards and systems to support project teams
- Analyzes data and trends compiles progress reports and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions
- Develops schedules coordinates and prioritizes project work plans in accordance with specifications and resource limitations
Department
School of Education /Kinesiology
Compensation
Minimum:$45000
Commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance tax-advantaged savings accounts and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Kinesiology psychology public health oracloselyrelated field.
Experiencecoordinatingclinical or community-based research.
Demonstrated skill in managing multiple concurrentprioritiesand communicatingeffectivelywith teams.
Experiencewith IRB processes and research compliance.
Knowledge of mental health research or behavioral intervention studies.
Work Environment
Hybrid: Combination of on-site work at Madison-based clinics and MSC with flexibility for remote tasks whenappropriate. This is a primarily in-person role as the primary duties are in-person coordination and completing in-person visits.
Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional development and exposure to multi-disciplinary research.
This roleoperatesin a collaborative person-centered research environment and involves working with diverse populations. Success in this role requires curiosity cultural humility and flexibility in response to participant needs and real-world research settings.
Preferred Qualifications
Skill in independently coordinating complex multi-site research projects.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with clinical and community partners.
Education
BachelorsDegree
How to Apply
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Contact Information
Jacob Meyer
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Visio
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Management
- Sharepoint
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Administrative Experience
- Project Coordination
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