Temporary Program Coordinator

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Florida International University’s Center for Children and Families seeks two Temp Research Coordinators to support 20-40 hour per week assignments. The team studies child and adolescent mental health and operates a multi-disciplinary clinic.

Responsibilities include coordinating day-to-day activities, assisting PI, recruiting participants, collecting and managing data, and communicating with parents and teachers. This temporary role offers hands-on research experience in a renowned center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of office or related experience.
• Experience coordinating research activities and data collection.
• Ability to recruit participants and administer assessments.
• Strong communication with parents and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates day-to-day activities of the project.
• Works closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) in implementing research activities.
• Performs data collection, documentation, analysis, and ensures confidentiality of data.
• Recruits participants and administers intake and follow-up assessments.
• Manages communication with parents and teachers to complete behavioral ratings.
• Interprets and implements project policies and procedures.
• Assists with study reports and treatment recommendations.
• Responds to quality control queries and attends weekly staff meetings.
• Travels to local schools for classroom observations and meetings.
• Supervises project staff and monitors performance.
• Assists with clinical evaluations and data collection oversight.

Skills

Communication skills

Data management

Recruitment coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Center for Children and Families, an interdisciplinary Preeminent center at Florida International University (FIU), has 41 faculty associates, 450+ undergraduates, and 100+ trainees in masters, doctoral, and professional programs who study child and adolescent mental health and are focused on advancing the way we treat child and adolescent mental health disorders. The CCF has a tripartite mission that includes research, education, and service and it operates a renowned, multi-disciplinary clinic where state of the art, evidence-based treatments are offered to children and families that struggle with mental health conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, conduct and behavioral problems, difficulties with academic and social skills, and depression in children and adolescents. National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other grant funding to the CCF exceeds $18 million annually. The Center for Children and Families is looking for two 20-40 hour per week Temp Research Coordinators.

The Research Coordinators Will:

• Coordinates day-to-day activities of the project.
• Works closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) in the implementation of activities associated with research and projects.
• Perform a variety of functions involved in the collection, complication, documentation, analysis of research data and assures the confidentiality of the data.
• Recruits research participants and administers intake and follow-up assessments.
• Manages communication with parents and teachers to complete behavioral ratings.
• Interprets and implements policies and procedures as they apply to an assigned area.
• Assists with completion of study reports and treatment recommendations.
• Responds to quality control queries and attends weekly staff meetings to review ongoing work
• Travels to local schools to complete classroom observations and meetings.
• Supervises project staff and monitor project staff performance.
• Assistant with clinical evaluations and oversight of data collection activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; OR four (4) years of office or related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Positions under National Forensic Science Technology Center will require Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization in related field; OR an equivalent combination of relevant training and/or military experience.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Saturday
• Schedule may vary

Advertised Salary

$19-$25 per hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check

Disclosures

Clery Notice

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Pay Transparency

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Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

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