Research Coordinator Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S02291P Working Title Research Coordinator Department Research OIBR Administration About the University of Georgia The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the states oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information 30 hours per week maximum Advertised Salary $15/hour Posting Date 01/03/2019 Open until filled No Closing Date 01/31/2019 Proposed Starting Date 01/21/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Position Information Classification Title Research Paraprofessional/Professional Pay Grade FLSA Job Family FTE .75 Minimum Qualifications Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualificaitons. Preferred Qualifications The research coordinator will demonstrate a high degree of attention to detail. Bachelor of science/bachelor of arts degree in psychology, human development, sociology, or related field. Education and/or experience in child development/developmental psychology. At least one year experience working in a social science research lab utilizing observational and survey measures. Strong organization and planning skills. Fluency in Spanish is required. Position Summary The research coordinator will be involved in several different projects in the lab. For the Fathering Pilot Study, the research assistant will manage the recruitment and enrollment of participants under the direction of the doctoral candidate in the lab. S/he will coordinate the work of undergraduate research assistants who will be assisting with recruitment and enrollment. S/he will participate in training on coding protocols and demonstrate a high level of reliability in the implementation of coding. S/he will conduct other data management tasks as needed under the direction of the doctoral candidate in the lab. For the Middle School Project s/he will code video recorded parent-child interaction tasks for a sample of Latino parents and their 10-12 year old child. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies The research coordinator will demonstrate a high degree of attention to detail. Bachelor of science/bachelor of arts degree in psychology, human development, sociology, or related field. Education and/or experience in child development/developmental psychology. At least one year experience working in a social science research lab utilizing observational and survey measures. Strong organization and planning skills. Fluency in Spanish is required. Physical Demands Standing, sitting, walking Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Manage recruitment and enrollment of participants in Fathering Pilot Study Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Coordinate efforts of undergraduate research assistants Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Participate in training on coding protocols Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Conduct other data management tasks Percentage of time 5 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents