Research Coordinator

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Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Research Coordinator

Job Summary:

This position will coordinate the day-to-day implementation of a two-year, externally funded research project in organizational behavior. Working closely with the principal investigators and research team, the Research Coordinator will support an archival research study and a large-scale online field experiment.

Primary responsibilities will include coordinating study timelines and data-collection; preparing and maintaining IRB submissions, amendments, and research documentation; coordinating participant recruitment and payments; supporting the development, pretesting, piloting, and launch of research materials; maintaining organized study data and materials; and implementing quality-control procedures.

The Research Coordinator will also coordinate research-assistant workflows and assist with data management, cleaning, documentation, and preparation of research reports and other outputs as needed.

This is a terminal, part-time position that will end April 30, 2028. 25% FTE through April 30, 2027, and 12.5% FTE through April 30, 2028.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assists with conducting experiments or interviews, collecting and analyzing data, and documenting results according to established protocols
• Maintains organization of research records according to established policies and procedures
• Assists in composing and organizing research reports and manuscripts to provide updates on unit objectives
• Tracks supply and equipment inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for research supplies, equipment, and facilities

Department:

Wisconsin School of Business, Management and Human Resources

Required Qualifications:

• Experience coordinating or supporting research projects
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and project details independently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate research records and documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, students, and other members of a research team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with human-subjects or behavioral/social-science research
• Experience preparing or maintaining IRB materials
• Experience with online survey or research platforms such as Qualtrics or Prolific
• Experience with research data management, cleaning, or quality-control procedures
• Experience coordinating the work of research assistants
• Experience with statistical software such as R, Stata, SPSS, or similar software
• Education: Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• How to Apply: Click the "Apply" button to start the application process.

You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Qualification
• Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. The search committee will review all application materials after the posted deadline. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Contact Information:

Se Ann Yang se.yang@wisc.edu

608-263-2975

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