Georgia State University Hiring for Sponsor Funded Professional – Research Coordinator II at Atlanta, GA Full Time

Research Coordinator II

Georgia Health Policy Center

Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

Georgia State University

 At the Georgia Health Policy Center (GHPC), we approach our work with a passion to be excellent, to positively impact people’s lives, and to find creative and innovative ways to learn and fulfill our goals.

These are exciting times at GHPC. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to integrate research, policy, and programs to advance health and well-being. 

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!  We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team. 

GHPC is seeking a part-time (.75 FTE) research coordinator II (RC II) to join the already awesome team taking the GHPC to the next level of excellence and global achievements! 

WHAT MAKES GHPC A GREAT PLACE?

·        Competitive base salary

·        Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

·        A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

·        The position offers the opportunity to work remotely and, in the office, as needed.

·        Professional development opportunity and mentorship

·        A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

The center’s current scope of work includes behavioral health, child health & well-being, community health systems development, health & health care financing, health in all policies, health systems transformation, long-term services & support, population & global health, and rural health. The center conducts, analyzes, and disseminates qualitative and quantitative research to connect decision-makers with the objective research and guidance needed to make informed decisions about health policy and programs. The center is at work locally, nationally, and internationally with public and private partners to improve health and well-being.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The research coordinator II (RC II) is a member of a mental health awareness training and research team. The RC II provides administrative, research, and project support.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

·        Facilitates virtual and in-person Youth Mental Health First Aid and other mental health awareness trainings in English and Spanish

·        Assists with coordination and logistics of scheduling mental health awareness trainings.

·        Sends monthly emails to certified First Aiders about referrals made and generate related reports.

·        Downloads training survey data to generate reports for participant compensation.

·        Updates and monitors project website as new information becomes available (at least once a month)

·        Assists with mental health awareness campaign activities

·        Creates and distributes monthly project newsletter.

·        Creates social media content/posts for the project

·        Develop infographics and other products for dissemination.

·        Provide project and research support in the area of mental health awareness.

·        Participate in and create agendas for project team meetings.

·        Assist with project promotion and dissemination activities.

·        Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO MAKE YOU SHINE

·        Presentation skills

·        Group facilitation skills

·        Knowledge of general health policy and health equity

·        Effective oral and written communications skills

·        Effective time management and organizational skills

·        Ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and problem solve.

·        Ability to support multiple team members as well as external partners and customers.

·        Understanding of project management principles

·        General knowledge of statistics and data analysis

·        Knowledge of computer software packages, including Microsoft

Qualifications

Master’s degree in assigned research area; or a combination of education and related experience.

College/Business Unit
09/23/23, 3:59:00 AM

College/Business Unit: Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 09/01/23, 2:19:39 PM