Research Coordinator

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. 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 Compensation: The minimum hourly rate for this position is $33 per hour. 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. 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