Research Coordinator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Research Coordinator to join the Public Policy Center-1525 in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will work with dynamic teams on public policy projects, coordinate project components, collect and analyze data, assist with writing reports, and help present findings that influence state, local and federal policy. Some travel may be required.

Sponsorship will not be offered. UNL offers generous benefits, including paid time off, comprehensive health coverage,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience required.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, and online research.
• Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate workflow and manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Valid driver’s license and DMV background check required.

Responsibilities

• Work with dynamic teams on public policy projects.
• Assist with conducting and facilitating research and stakeholder involvement.
• Collect and analyze data and assist with reporting.
• Present findings that inform state, local and federal policy.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Website maintenance

Job description

University of Nebraska‑Lincoln Employment Website

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Position Information

Working Title

Research Coordinator

Department

Public Policy Center-1525

Requisition Number

S_260738

Posting Open Date

09/14/2026

Application Review Date

09/29/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

Work with dynamic teams on a variety of public policy projects, including those in behavioral health, public participation, and other applied social sciences endeavors. Will assist others to conduct and facilitate research, coordinate certain aspects of projects and certain stakeholder involvement processes, collect and analyze data, assist with writing reports, and assist with presenting findings that impact state, local and federal policy. Some travel required.
Please note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Robust retirement plans with university match

Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience. Proficiency with word processing, spread sheets, databases, email, and online research required. Ability and attitude to provide excellent customer service required; excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of individuals (from the University as well as those outside the University e.g., government officials) required; ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff as well as external parties to organize the various components needed to run and conclude major projects required; ability to coordinate workflow and relieve management of administrative detail; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects required, ability to assemble and analyze fairly complex information; ability to deal with last-minute deadlines; excellent creative problem solving skills required; excellent organizational skills, flexible, proactive, confident, resourceful, efficient, assertive, and attention to detail required.
All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a DMV background check authorizing them to operate university vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience working with policy makers and other stakeholders, problem solving and decision making, working independently with minimal supervision, keeping supervisor and internal team members informed, and providing excellent customer relations. Experience using Adobe Acrobat, and website maintenance preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Yes

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

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Job Type

Full-Time

Work Location

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Yes