Senior Program/Project Support Coordinator in the Center for Health Policy
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Administration / Clerical
Posted on May 8, 2024
Hiring Department
SENIOR PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT COORDINATOR
Center for Health Policy
College of Health Sciences
University of Missouri - Columbia
Job Description
The MU Center for Health Policy (CHP), in the College of Health Sciences (CHS), is seeking a skilled Senior Program /Project Support Coordinator to coordinate the development, management and evaluation of the public health workforce and other future projects. The ideal candidate will excel in a diverse and fast-paced environment, exhibiting highly developed research and analytical skills in an independent and collaborative environment.
Key responsibilities integral to this position include:
- Assist in project development, planning, and coordination of current and new projects.
- Choose methodology for research projects, select funding opportunities to pursue, and implement program/project decisions with assistance from CHP leadership.
- Develop and conduct surveys, interview guides, needs assessments and project evaluation plans.
- Assist in developing, managing, and implementing program assessments and evaluations, tools, and systems to collect, analyze, and interpret research, continuous learning, and quality improvement efforts.
- Compile, analyze, and assemble both qualitative and quantitative data; prepare in-depth reports, summary procedures, conclusions, articles, and presentations; translate the findings into recommendations for health policy initiatives.
- Work collaboratively to communicate data and evidence to complex situations in a meaningful and accurate manner.
- Develop exemplary communications patterns and routine collaborations with leadership team and research teams to develop data definitions, data collection schedules, best practices for data aggregation and display.
- Create and implement best practices around sharing data with internal and external constituents.
- Analyze and utilize minimum data set surveys as a tool to collect data, including field work management of data collection.
- Function as the main contact for RedCap; responsible for conducting professional, practitioner, and public health survey development, analysis, and management in RedCap, and other sophisticated systems.
- Facilitate state and federal partnerships and correspondence among partners and stakeholders, maintaining contacts and scheduling, and driving project activities and goals.
- Develop tools to track contractual activities and deliverables for several projects.
- Facilitate project management and contract compliance activities and prepare applicable workplans and reports, including federal and state required documents.
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in health sciences, social sciences, or other areas relevant to health policy, with experience in research, data collection and analysis. Three or more years of experience in project development or social science research. Knowledge of large-scale data collection/management, research methodology, and program/project design and implementation. Experience with statistical analysis. Ability to work collaboratively with a broad diversity of partners.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $51,875 - $88,730
Grade: GGS 010
University Title: Senior Program/Project Support Coordinator
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Application Materials
Completed online application, cover letter, and resume are required. Applications must be submitted on-line through the University of Missouri website: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings(search for Job Opening 51637).
Application Deadline
Applications will be reviewed until well-qualified applicants are identified to advance to the interview process.
Other Information
At the Mizzou College of Health Scienceshttps://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/,we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.
Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.
Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
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