Research Program Coordinator

This Research Program Coordinator position is with University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Oversee and coordinate assigned research programs and projects to ensure alignment with university, sponsor, and regulatory policies. Develop, implement, and maintain program protocols, standard operating procedures, and research documentation for regulatory adherence and operational effectiveness. Advise principal investigators and research staff on compliance, risk mitigation, operational procedures, and relevant policy interpretation. Manage program budgets by monitoring expenditures, performing data analysis, preparing financial reports, and recommending corrective actions as needed. Prepare, review, and submit grant proposals, budgets, progress reports, and contracts in collaboration with faculty to ensure adherence to institutional and sponsor standards. Develop and deliver evaluation plans, summarize data, and produce performance and outcome reports for funding agencies, internal stakeholders, and program improvement. Serve as a liaison among research teams, institutional offices, sponsors, and community stakeholders, facilitating communication and collaboration to advance program objectives. Coordinate meetings, advisory boards, events, conferences, and workshops, efficiently managing logistics and fostering stakeholder engagement. Create, distribute, and maintain outreach materials, newsletters, infographics, and other program communications to enhance visibility and stakeholder connection. Collect, maintain, and analyze research and compliance data, ensuring accurate database management, survey implementation, and the optimization of reporting processes. Mentor and train student workers, junior research administrators, and support staff, providing onboarding, scheduling, and knowledge sharing that strengthens workforce capability and supports a collaborative work environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent grammar, detail orientation, and ability to tailor communication to a range of audiences. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and stakeholders across institutions. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Skilled in design tools such as Canva, MailChimp, and similar tools. Ability to gather, analyze, and summarize information and contribute to technical and administrative reports. Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Ability to adapt to evolving program needs and contribute to continuous operational improvement.