Research Coordinator

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 26,422 - 42,264; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution is seeking a Research Coordinator to oversee community-engaged research activities in Lexington, Kentucky. The role includes facilitating meetings, managing participant recruitment, and ensuring alignment with community goals. Candidates should have a Master's degree and at least one year of relevant experience. This full-time position also involves outreach via social media and public events, making excellent communication skills essential. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $19.18 to $30.68, with some weekend shifts required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience required.
• Must be able to communicate with various audiences.
• Ability to sit for long periods and drive to community locations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate community-engaged research activities.
• Lead communication and outreach efforts.
• Manage participant recruitment for research.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication

Social media management

Education

MS

Job description

Research Coordinator

Requisition Number: RE52755
Department: 40546: Center for the Environment
Work Location: East Palestine, OH
Grade Level: 43
Salary Range: $19.18-30.68/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: MS
Required Related Experience: 1 year
Required License/Registration/Certification: None
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods; ability to drive to community locations; ability to communicate with various audiences
Shift: Will require some weekends
Accepting Applications Until: 01/14/2026

Job Summary

This role is responsible for coordinating and overseeing community‑engaged research activities. Key duties include planning, organizing, and facilitating local research meetings such as the Community Advisory Board and the Clinical and Public Health Taskforce, including agenda development, meeting facilitation, and documentation. The position ensures research activities align with community goals and serves as the primary liaison between the Principal Investigator, the university, and community partners.

• Lead communication and outreach efforts, collaborating on the design and dissemination of study advertisements.
• Manage research‑related social media and promotional materials.
• Coordinate participant recruitment.
• Represent the research at local events and host community information sessions.
• Assist with communications and progress updates to funding agencies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Senior Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Online Audio and Video Media

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Kentucky follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, including a national background check and/or drug screen.