Program Coordinator for Collaborative Union for Cancer Research, Education, and Disparities (P20 CURED)
Grant Title:
Program Coordinator for Collaborative Union for Cancer Research, Education, and Disparities (P20 CURED)
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:
JOB SUMMARY:The Program Coordinator for Collaborative Union for Cancer Research, Education, and Disparities (P20 CURED) manages the day-to-day operations of the P20 CURED Program, an NCI funded program at Texas Southern University (TSU) and Baylor College of Medicine (BCM). May supervise staff employees, student workers, programs, or processes.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:The Program Coordinator for the CURED program is a highly collaborative, self-motivated, creative person that is adaptable to new processes with capacity to function independently. The Program Coordinator is knowledgeable (or able to become knowledgeable) of current cancer health trends that can be developed into programs implemented at both the individual and community level.
This is a Grant Funded position.
Essential Duties Summary:
P20 CURED Cancer Research Education Program (60%)
Cultivates and maintains relationships for recruitment of P20 CURED scholars
Engagement and onboarding support (at TSU and BCM) for scholars in the P20 CURED program
Provides day to day and hands on support for P20 CURED Scholars during summer research experience at TSU and BCM
Coordinates and tracks deliverables of P20 CURED Scholar
Supports cancer research education program curriculum development
Develops and implements Community Engagement and Outreach for the P20 CURED program
Prepare materials, set-up, plans, and implements outreach events and networking activities
Serves as direct contact for the P20 CURED program
Administrative (~30%)
Coordination and implementation of seminars during summer research experience, summer research symposium, and webinars during fall and spring semester
Supports selection and implementation of pilot projects
Maintain accurate event calendar and communicate event details with the team
Coordinate/schedule outreach events, meetings, conferences, room reservation, and travel plans
Prepares meeting agendas and minutes of meetings
Initiates and completes agreements for speakers, consultants, and professional service providers
Compiles all data required for progress and financial report
Maintains program website and social media platforms
Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the program
Financial (~10%)
Tracks and reconciles program expenditure
Orders and maintains program supplies
Initiates requisitions, tracks purchase ordersand ensures timely payments of all invoices
% FTE:
1.0
Hiring Range:
$48,273.00 - $60,341.00
Education:
Bachelor's degree. Most relevant degree areas include public health, health promotion, health policy, social work-related degree, or health education.
Master's degree preferred but not required.
Required Licensing/Certification:
N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Skill in:
Demonstrated skills in a variety of educational presentations, discussion, and facilitation
Demonstrated skills in computer software applications (e.g., Microsoft outlook, Teams, office 365)
Supervisory skills to effectively manage student staff or volunteers
Quantitative and qualitative research skills or willingness to learn skill (e.g., research design, survey development, community engagement studios/focus group design and facilitation, data analysis and interpretation, etc.)
Professional writing, publications, and/or presentations or willingness to learn skill
Detail oriented, Problem-solving, decision-making, multitasking and time management
Excellent communication, both verbal and written, with strong public speaking skills
Demonstrated experience in effective conflict management and resolution
Ability to:
Ability to learn and adapt to new processes and adhere to organizational objectives
Able to work in a team and produce quality output under tight deadlines
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and exercise sound judgment
Work Experience:
Two (2) years relevant experience is required.
Working/Environmental Conditions:
Routine office environment. Sitting or standing in one location much of the time
Some travel locally and within the greater Houston area (~20%) with mileage reimbursement
Travel to professional conference to attend, present, network and learn about similar grant funded programs at least once a year with cost reimbursable under grant funding.
UA EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.