Coordinator Special Projects, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Tuition remission

Competitive salary

Generous time-off policies

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Special Projects in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience. The role involves managing designated programs, coordinating activities, and acting as a liaison with internal and external parties.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or equivalent training. This position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits, including tuition remission and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant work experience may substitute for education.
• One year of experience in coordinating projects/programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage projects/programs; establish and carry out related goals.
• Coordinate operational activities and monitor/evaluate progress.
• Act as liaison with appropriate parties.

Skills

Project coordination

Operational management

Report writing

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Coordinator Special Projects, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience Job Description Job Alerts Link Apply now Job Title: Coordinator Special Projects, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience Posting Start Date: 6/15/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co‑op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu .

UC is a mission‑driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best‑in‑class health care professionals and developing cutting‑edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience is a top‑tier department with world‑renowned faculty and staff.

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience is hiring a full‑time Coordinator of Special Projects and Programs who will coordinate designated programs or projects for a specific administrative department, or college unit.

Essential Functions

• Develop and manage projects/programs; establish and carry out related goals and objectives.
• Coordinate operational activities.
• Monitor and evaluate progress of projects/programs.
• Act as liaison with appropriate parties, internal and/or external to the University; participate in project development discussions.
• Edit and write reports.
• May develop/edit and publish technical publications, promotional materials, etc.
• May develop and manage associated budget(s).
• May provide direct supervision to exempt and non‑exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

• One (1) year of experience in coordinating projects and/or programs.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work‑Life Balance

UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page .

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Important

To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at [e-mail] .

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