Job Information
Texas Tech University Coordinator in Lubbock, Texas
38654BR
Extended Job Title:
Coordinator
Position Description:
Performs supervisory and coordinative work in the operation of a specific program or departmental project. Responsibilities involve the coordination and supervision of the various functions and aspects of a specific program as well as the monitoring of program staff and operational procedures. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on results obtained. May supervise program staff, volunteers and student assistants.
Requisition ID:
38654BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Recruitment of participants, Consenting and assenting participating individuals and families, Conducting participant screening and assessments.
Managing data and data bases
Contact and approvals with the IRB and funding agency
Processing participant payments and other financial purchases and reconciliations
Other duties as assigned.
Grant Funded?:
Yes
Minimum Hire Rate:
16.43
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, special education, social work, or closely related field at time of hire; experience with research participant recruitment (or similar outreach activities); experience with data management and participant tracking programs such as Qualtrics and Redcap.; experience conducting human subjects or basic science research; lived personal or other experience with visual impairment or another disability; and familiarity with working with children with disabilities and their families. Relocation to the Lubbock campus of Texas Tech University is also preferred.
Department:
Psychological Sciences
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Office and Admn Wkrs All Other
Occasional Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
High school graduation plus five (5) years progressively responsible related experience; additional related education may exchange for the required experience on a year for year basis.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Cover letter must describe how you meet the qualifications for the position
Interest in the position
CV or resume
Contact information for at least two professional references.
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.