Posting Summary
Logo Posting Number TMP02499PO25 Job Code Title Research Coordinator Advertised Title Research Coordinator Campus Columbia College/Division Arnold School of Public Health Department ASPH Health Services Policy and Management Salary $64,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Schedule
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Job Search Category Other Professional
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Research Coordinator will conduct literature reviews, manage and analyze quantitative data, and contribute to manuscripts and reports. The role will also provide biostatistics and statistical consulting, assist in coordinating summer workshops and training programs, and support research-related consultations for INBRE and other training programs. The analyst will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure high-quality research outcomes.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings to inform research projects.
- Manage, clean, and analyze quantitative data.
- Prepare manuscripts, reports, and other scholarly outputs.
- Provide biostatistics and statistical consulting services for the INBRE program and other research entities.
- Assist with the coordination, development, and facilitation of INBRE summer workshops.
- Support consultations for INBRE and affiliated research programs.
- Assist with planning for summer training programs as needed.
- Perform additional related tasks as needed to advance research objectives.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in a health data-related field (e.g., Public Health, Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or Quantitative Economics) by the time of appointment.
- Strong foundation in quantitative methodology and data analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High professional standards and strong work ethic.
- Proficiency in statistical and programming software such as SAS, STATA, R, Python, or similar tools.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 11/01/2025 Proposed End Date 10/15/2026 Job Open Date 10/09/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
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