Program Coordinator College of Nursing UTK
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Project Coordinator is an individual contributor working on will manage day-to-day tasks to complete the research project (e.g. assist PI for IRB application and amendments communicate with participants or potential participants monitor survey status manage payment for research participants). They will be responsible for oversight of student research assistants who may assist in Home Environment and Dementia Labs research. Supporting research efforts focused on enhancing the well-being of people living with dementia and their family caregivers.
This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon the continued funding of the grant.
Responsibilities
Manage participant recruitment and retention for projects in the HOME-AID Lab (Home-based
Optimization using Machine Learning for Environment and AI in Dementia).
Developing recruitment materials such as flyers online posts and community outreach content.
Engaging with potential participants through phone calls emails mailings and in-person communication.
- Coordinating community engagement activities to support recruitment goals documenting recruitment activities maintaining accurate records and preparing recruitment progress reports using Excel or similar tools.
- Manage essential day-to-day research operations including Assisting the Principal Investigator with IRB applications and amendments monitoring survey progress and data integrity in REDCap coordinating participant payment processing Ordering and tracking lab supplies as needed Ensuring compliance with study protocols and timelines.
- Lead and manage project coordination and team oversight including: Supervising research assistants supporting HOME-AID Lab projects (Home-based Optimization using Machine Learning for Environment and AI in Dementia) Communicating research responsibilities clearly and ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks coordinating with the Principal Investigator to organize lab community events and research activities maintaining effective team workflows and supporting collaborative project goals.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Epidemiology Public Health Nursing Gerontology or related field
- 3 years research coordination experience
- 1 years experience with IRB submissions and participant recruitment.
- Strong knowledge of quantitative methods with big data analysis.
Applicants should also have expertise in one or more of the following:
Strong organizational and communication skills
Experience in similar lab research (HOME-AID or comparable projects)
Participant recruitment experience
- Proficient in Microsoft office and Adobe tools
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Epidemiology Public Health Nursing Gerontology or related field
- 4 years research coordination experience
- 2 years experience with IRB submissions REDCap survey management and participant recruitment.
Work Location:Knoxville TN onsite
Compensation and Benefits:
- UT market range: MR08
- Anticipated hiring range: $29/hr - $32/hr
- Find more information on the UT Market Range structurehere
- Find more information on UT Benefitshere
Application Instructions
To express interest please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted on or before Monday March 16 2026
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
About the College of Nursing
With a longstanding tradition of excellence in nursing education research and clinical practice we are proud to be a guiding force in healthcare education. We embrace innovation while honoring the values that have shaped our success. By offering cutting-edge academic programs supporting impactful research and forging strong community partnerships we prepare healthcare professionals who deliver high-quality culturally responsive care in a diverse and ever-changing world. Join the Vol Nurse Family!Get to know CON
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Organizational skills
- Data Collection
- Meeting Facilitation
- Utilization Review
- Administrative Experience
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Supervising Experience
- Social Work
About Company
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for ... View more
