Project Coordinator

Job Description:

Position Purpose:

The Project Coordinator will primarily support a research study that will examine the transition into the workforce among young adults. The Project Coordinator will: 1) largely help coordinate the activities related to research, 2) develop and oversee report preparation, grant reporting, and the NIAAA data archive, 3) supervise both undergraduate and masters-level research assistants, and 4) support all other investigator research needs. Opportunities for authorship on peer-reviewed publications will be available as well as opportunities to present the research at national and international conferences. 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of March 31, 2027 which may be extended based upon available funding. This position entails sharing a commitment to accomplish the goals of the research program. A commitment of at least one year is expected; position can be renewed further based on mutual agreement.  

This is a hybrid position. Position may require flexible hours (e.g., evenings, weekends) during some phases of the study, to meet participant needs.

Job Qualifications and Competencies

Education and Experience

• Required: BA or BS in psychology or related field with at least 3-5 levels experiences or equivalent combination of education and experience. A master’s degree is preferred.

• Required: Proficiency in Word and Excel

• Required: Experience in research design and experience with human subjects research

• Required: Experience in programming online surveys (e.g., Qualtrics software)

• Required: Experience managing or supervising others on different tasks

• Experience managing databases is preferred 

• Experience in the fields of addiction and/or substance abuse is preferred

• Experience with SPSS software or R preferred

• Experience with Qualtrics preferred

• Flexibility in work schedule is preferable, including possible evening hours and weekends

• Personal transportation is preferred.

• Experience with or interest in social media/marketing preferred

Job Competencies

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effort to meet project goals

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Openness to and interest in learning new skills

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-20

Job Posting Title:

Project Coordinator

Department:

Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

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