Research Project Coordinator

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages & benefits

Tuition assistance

Health, dental and pharmacy plans

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans with employer contrib

PSLF / Public Service loan Forgivness

Job summary

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health invites applications for a Research Project Coordinator to oversee Flex grant activities, coordinate day-to-day operations, and support data management across multiple projects on the Flex Monitoring Team.

This one-year, full-time role emphasizes proposal support, communications with partners, and dissemination of research products, with remote work option and a focus on accuracy, teamwork, and clear written communication.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in health policy, public health, or related field; with at least 2 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 6 years
• Robust organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including excellence in written, telephone, email, and in-person communication
• Demonstrated ability to summarize research results for diverse audiences
• Attention to detail and ability to review data, reports, and deliverables for accuracy
• Ability to work independently and with a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in project management (preferred)
• Experience with website and email management systems (preferred)
• Interest in rural health topics (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day project operations for Flex grant activities
• Collaborate with the PI and project colleagues to ensure documents, workplans and timelines are updated
• Oversee data management across assigned projects
• Assist in proposal preparation and assembly of grant proposals
• Perform quality control checks for data reports to ensure precision and accuracy
• Serve as a primary point of contact for external communication with FMT partners regarding grant activities
• Manage FMT external communications including website content updates and email distributions
• Develop and execute communication strategies and tools to promote and support the FMT initiatives
• Coordinate the internal review, formatting, approval, publication, and dissemination of FMT research products
• Track, analyze, and report website, email, and other engagement analytics for quarterly progress reports and other grant deliverables
• Support the preparation and formatting of reports, scientific publications, and presentations
• Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing projects
• Participate in project development, data collection planning, analysis, and product creation

Skills

Robust organizational skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

BA/BS in health policy/public health or related field

Tools

Website management systems

Email management systems

Job description

About The Job

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a research project coordinator for projects that are a part of the national evaluation of the Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility (Flex) Program, where UMN staff serve as the lead organization on the Flex Monitoring Team. This position is a temporary (one-year), full-time position.

Primary Responsibilities Include

Program Administration & Project Coordination 50%

• Coordinate day-to-day project operations for Flex grant activities
• Collaborate with the PI and project colleagues to ensure documents, workplans and timelines are updated
• Oversee data management across assigned projects
• Assist in proposal preparation and assembly of grant proposals
• Perform quality control checks for data reports to ensure precision and accuracy

Communication and Product Dissemination 40%

• Serve as a primary point of contact for external communication with FMT partners regarding grant activities
• Manage FMT external communications including website content updates and email distributions
• Develop and execute communication strategies and tools to promote and support the FMT initiatives
• Coordinate the internal review, formatting, approval, publication, and dissemination of FMT research products
• Track, analyze, and report website, email, and other audience engagement analytics for quarterly progress reports and other grant deliverables
• Supporting the preparation and formatting of reports, scientific publications, and presentations

Research Support & Analysis 10%

• Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing projects
• Participate in project development, data collection planning, analysis, and product creation

Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Terms Of Employment

This position is located in the Division of Health Policy and Management at the School of Public Health, in the University Office Plaza building on the Twin Cities East Bank Campus, though remote work may be an option.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in health policy, public health, or a related field, with at least 2 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 6 years
• Robust organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated excellence in written, telephone, email, and in-person communication
• Demonstrated effective writing skills, including an ability to summarize research results for diverse audiences
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to review data, reports, and other project deliverables for accuracy and consistency
• Ability to work independently as well as with a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management
• Experience with website and email management systems
• Experience or interest in rural health topics

About The Department

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health (SPH) is Minnesota's only school of public health, committed to improving the health and well-being of communities worldwide. Through innovative research, learning, and concrete action, we tackle today's biggest health challenges. SPH includes four academic divisions: Biostatistics & Health Data Science, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology & Community Health, and Health Policy & Management.

Ranked nationally by the U.S. News & World Report as the #6 public school of public health, SPH is home to approximately 1,000 students, 125 faculty, and 400 staff across 25 internationally recognized centers. Our academic excellence is highlighted by our #3-ranked Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) and #9-ranked Biostatistics programs.

Pay And Benefits

Pay Range: $60,000 to $70,000/year or $28.85 to $33.66/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% A ppointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University Of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.