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Senior Research Coordinator, Cancer Center (UPDATED)
Posting Number
req25672
Department
Cancer Center Division
Department Website Link
https://cancercenter.arizona.edu/
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
Please note as of July 1, 2026, this position has been updated to include an FTE range of 0.50 - 1.0 and number of hours worked per week to 20 - 40.
The Research Coordinator is responsible for ensuring all information collected for the study is on time, complete, and accurate. The Research Coordinator must have experience with surveys, anthropometric measures, and qualitative data collection. Must be familiar with REDCap database to be able to enter and ensure the quality of data. The Research Coordinator must be familiar with human subjects protections, including Tribal Sovereignty, privacy, and confidentiality. Must participate in project activities, including outreach to youth, parents, school personnel, and Tribal communities.
This position involves travel primarily to the Navajo Nation within the state. Travel includes overnight stays, sometimes for 3-5 days at a time. Position may occasionally require working on weekends and in the evenings. A Driver's license is needed to commute to study sites throughout the state.
FTE will be determined at time of hire in conversation with the candidate and supervisor.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures all study-related datacollection materials, methods, and approaches are consistent andwell-documented.
• Arranges for data collection withpartners and ensures data collection is on time, complete, and accurate.
• Collects data at the study schools onthe Navajo Nation, including surveys and anthropometric measures.
• Able to lift, carry, set up, and store15-20 pounds of project materials such as wagons, plastic bins, and datacollection equipment.
• Usesseveral applications to enter and store data.
• Ensures the qualityof the data, and stores data in REDCap, UA Box, and UA Box Health.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with human subjects' protections,including Tribal Sovereignty, data sovereignty, privacy and confidentiality.
• Keeps human research protocol current in the UA system.
• Create a health promotion curriculum,including lesson design with rationale, activities, sequencing, and training.
• Read, understand, and apply relevantliterature, the Arizona Department of Education Standards, and the Departmentof Diné Education Standards to adapt the curriculum for the project.
• Participates in research team meeting, take minutes, report writing, manuscript development, and grant writing.
• Serves as a lead role in the administration of projectactivities, including outreach to youth and families, with the ability to thinkahead and plan over a three to six-month time span.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with a widerange of individuals and organizations at multiple levels.
• Travel within the state and the Navajo Nation, which couldinclude some evening, overnight, and/or weekend travel, and overnight stays forseveral days.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of research data collection methods and qualityassurance procedures.
• Ability to coordinate and lead project activities.
• Knowledgeof Tribal communities.
• Abilityto communicate effectively orally.
• Knowledgeof health promotion and prevention program development.
• Abilityto ensure compliance with human subjects' protections.
• Skillin data management, interpretation, and research reporting.
• Abilityto work with children, parents, and school personnel.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, education, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, education, or related field.
• Prior experience working with youth and Tribal communities.

FLSA
To Be Determined
Full Time/Part Time
To be Determined
Number of Hours Worked per Week
20 - 40
Job FTE
.50 - 1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$25.50 - $31.87
Compensation Type
hourly rate
Grade
7
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level
PC2
Job Family
Researchers & Scientists
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr Velia Nuno,vleybas@arizona.edu
Open Date
4/10/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
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