Research Support Coordinator

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa's Clinical Trials Statistical and Data Management Center seeks a Research Support Coordinator to assist CTSDMC grant proposals, manage biosketches, and coordinate diverse research operations. This full‑time role emphasizes compliance, administrative support, and cross‑functional collaboration within the College of Public Health.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), strong communication, and Microsoft Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with clear presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Desirable: experience with pre-award grant preparation and federal/private sponsor guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in grant exploration and development, coordinating CTSDMC proposals and routing forms.
• Monitor compliance with grant terms and deadlines; track deliverables.
• Provide operational/administrative support, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel.
• Support external communications, partner inquiries, and development of public-facing pages.
• May supervise administrative staff and student employees.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Clinical Trials Statistical and Data Management Center (CTSDMC) in the Department of Biostatistics is seeking a Research Support Coordinator who will play a key role in supporting trials conducted at the Center. This position will provide administrative support to various CTSDMC functions, support the timely submission of grant applications, maintain faculty biosketches and other support pages, and coordinate a variety of research operations activities. This position joins a team of research support personnel to ensure the operational and financial aspects of the CTSDMC are supported.

Responsibilities:

Grant Exploration and Development:

Assist in the development and coordination of CTSDMC grant proposals

Prepare grant application packages, using appropriate application format (i.e. Cayuse) and assure timely completion

Prepare proposal routing forms for approval

Manage biosketches and other support pages for CTSDMC-associated faculty

May prepare administrative portions of grant progress reports and monitor for completeness.

May initiate and/or monitor subcontracts or Professional Service Agreements (PSAs) for various funded projects.

Liaise with University Shared Services on initiating and updating Purchase Orders for expenditures required by the CTSDMC and/or CTSDMC projects. Work with external vendors as necessary to secure appropriate products, licenses and services.

Compliance:

Monitor compliance with contract/ grant terms and federal guidelines, as applicable.

Track deadlines and ensure deliverables are met.

Operational/Administrative Support:

Organize project-related meetings and events by providing administrative support.

Assist in the scheduling of meetings by coordinating multiple, complex calendars for project staff and leadership. May also attend meetings and take minutes.

Coordinate project-related travel for CTSDMC leadership and staff

May provide support directly within funded projects, including administratively managing and supporting committees, tracking publications and presentations, and preparing and providing reports to leadership.

Initiate routine financial transactions and purchases.

External Communications and Negotiations:

Respond, or coordinate a response to, general inquiries from internal colleagues, external partners, and/or sponsors and funding agencies.

Assist in the development and maintenance of public-facing websites for CTSDMC and related projects, ensuring all websites meet accessibility requirements and adhere to other applicable guidelines.

Leadership/Supervision:

May provide functional supervision over other administrative staff and/or student employees

Required:

Requires the academic knowledge of a discipline – and the ability to translate, adapt and apply this knowledge – that is usually associated with a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce a variety of documents that demonstrate command of language, clarity of thought, and orderliness of presentation.

Excellent attention to detail, including the ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

Proficiency in Microsoft computer programs, particularly Excel.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience delivering excellent service in a customer-driven environment.

Experience working in a team or group towards a common goal.

Experience in pre-award grant preparation for federal and/or private sponsors.

Working knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

Classification Title: Research Support Coordinator

Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific

Schedule: Full-time position

Work Modality Options: on-campus/Hybrid within Iowa negotiable

Compensation

Contact Information:

Organization: College of Public Health

Contact Name: Kay Shie

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Research Support Coordinator
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Public Health
• Contact Name: Kay Shie

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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