Hybrid 12-Month Program Coordinator – Research Awards

American Heart Association; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Heart Association is seeking a Program Coordinator on the Strategic Research Team in Dallas, TX, for a 12‑month temporary role with a hybrid schedule (at least two days in the office). You will support awards management, data quality reviews, and special projects, acting as a liaison for investigators and institutional officers.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of related experience, strong customer service and organizational skills, and proficiency with databases and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of related experience.
• Strong customer service and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience with databases and electronic reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical support within the strategic research awards team.
• Conduct data quality reviews and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Manage awards processes including notification, grant agreements, activation, and inquiries.
• Support special projects and data quality reviews as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Database experience

Electronic reporting tools

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Databases

Electronic research administration system

Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel

Job description

The American Heart Association is seeking a Program Coordinator on the Strategic Research Team in Dallas, TX, for a 12‑month temporary role with a hybrid schedule (at least two days in the office). You will support awards management, data quality reviews, and special projects, acting as a liaison for investigators and institutional officers.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of related experience, strong customer service and organizational skills, and proficiency with databases and MS Office.