Project Coordinator (Part-Time, Term)

The Granger Lab in the Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University is seeking a part-time Project Coordinator to support multiple ongoing research projects focused on classroom peer relationships emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) teacher practices and social network processes and well-being in elementary schools.

This position is ideal for a post-baccalaureate individual interested in research psychology education special education child development or pursuing future graduate training. The Project Coordinator will work closely with Dr. Kristen Granger and research staff to support project coordination data collection participant communication and overall lab operations across several externally and internally funded projects.

This is a part-time grant-funded position. School-based hours are required for data collection schedules. Reliable transportation and access to a personal vehicle required for travel to local school and community sites.

• Coordinating day-to-day research project activities across multiple studies

• Communicating with participating schools teachers families and community partners

• Assisting with participant recruitment and scheduling

• Supporting data collection in elementary school settings

• Managing research databases and project tracking systems

• Assisting with preparation of study materials surveys and intervention resources

• Coordinating undergraduate research assistants and supporting lab organization

• Assisting with IRB-related documentation and regulatory procedures

• Supporting literature reviews and preparation of presentations or reports

• Assisting with travel coordination purchasing reimbursements and project logistics

• Managing lab communications and scheduling meetings

• Supporting dissemination activities including conference submissions social media or project newsletters as needed

• Assisting with other research and administrative tasks as assigned

• Bachelors degree in psychology education special education child development human development or a related field required

• Prior research experience preferred

• Experience working with children schools or individuals with disabilities preferred

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Experience with Microsoft Office REDCap SPSS or other research/data platforms preferred

The Granger Lab studies peer relationships classroom social dynamics teacher decision-making and emotional and behavioral disorders in elementary school settings. Current projects focus on classroom social networks teacher practices that support peer relationships classroom adversity and intervention development to improve social and behavioral outcomes for students.

The Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University is consistently ranked among the top special education programs in the nation and is committed to improving outcomes for children and youth with disabilities through research training and practice.

• Part-time position (anticipated 20 hours/week)

• Grant-funded position

• Compensation commensurate with experience

• Nashville-based position with in-person responsibilities required