Part-Time Community Research Engagement Specialist

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a part-time Research Program Engagement Coordinator to plan and coordinate community engagement and educational initiatives that promote awareness and participation in clinical research. You will liaise between research teams and community partners to build trust and expand equitable participation in studies.

The role requires an associate or bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) and one year of research, clinical, or event planning work experience.
• Knowledge of community engagement and health education principles.
• Strong communication, organizational, and report-writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and implements community engagement and educational events.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders.
• Represents the organization at events to educate audiences about clinical research.
• Collaborates with investigators to support recruitment and engagement strategies.
• Develops and distributes educational materials related to clinical research participation.
• Tracks outreach activities and prepares reports for leadership and funders.
• Guides patients in connecting with resources to improve access to health services.
• Coordinates daily operations and analyzes program data for cost efficiency.

Skills

Community engagement

Health education

Clinical research

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a part-time Research Program Engagement Coordinator to plan and coordinate community engagement and educational initiatives that promote awareness and participation in clinical research. You will liaise between research teams and community partners to build trust and expand equitable participation in studies.

The role requires an associate or bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience.