JOB SUMMARY:

The research program coordinator will lead programs and research implemented through the community engagement core. This position is supported by a 1-year grant funded by the National Institutes of Environmental Health Sciences.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS/DESCRIPTION:

The research program coordinator will have documented experience in community engagement and community based participatory research methods.

This is a Grant Funded position.

Essential Duties Summary

* Establish and maintain communications and relationships with MIEHR community advisory board and local organizations.

* Participate in community outreach and education activities.

* Lead activities and dissemination strategies to facilitate community's understanding of MIEHR results.

* Create activity reports for funders and other stakeholders.

* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE

75%

Hiring Range Commensurate with experience. Education

Graduate degree in related fields including public health, urban/policy planning, health promotion/education, social work.

Required Licensing/Certification

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

* Social determinants of health and health disparities related to maternal and environmental health

* Basic office procedures, including meeting agenda development

* Networks of organizations and individuals involved in maternal/or environmental health

Skill in:

* Project coordination

* Verbal and written communication

* Time-management

* Problem-solving and decision-making

Ability to:

* Work in a team

* Work independently to meet expected deadlines and objectives

Work Experience

Two (2) or more years' experience in community engagement/or community based participatory research.

Working/Environmental Conditions

* Routine office environment.

* Sitting or standing in one location much of the time.

* Ability to travel locally, using personal transportation, up to at least once/week.

Desired start date Position End Date (if temporary)