Program/Project Support Coordinator II

Center for Family and Policy Research

The University of Missouri Center for Family and Policy Research is located within the Department of Human Development and Family Science. The Center was established in 1997 to serve as a resource for the development of effective public policies relating to children, youth, and families, with a focus on integration of research, policy, and practice. More information about the Center for Family and Policy Research can be found at https://hdfs.missouri.edu/cfpr/.

The Department of Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) and its affiliated Center for Family and Policy Research (CFPR) at the University of Missouri are seeking a Program/Project Support Coordinator II to support several federally and foundation-funded research projects focused on human development, health, family relationships, and well-being.

The primary responsibility of this position will be to manage the day-to-day operations of multiple federally and foundation-funded research projects and support the research team in the successful implementation of ongoing studies. The Research Project Manager will work closely with faculty principal investigators, research staff, students, and other collaborators to coordinate research activities, maintain project timelines, and ensure that project milestones and deliverables are completed effectively and in accordance with study protocols and applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities may include coordinating day-to-day project activities; managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) materials, submissions, and regulatory documentation; overseeing participant recruitment, scheduling, and data collection; tracking project timelines, milestones, and deliverables; mentoring and coordinating the work of graduate and undergraduate research assistants; communicating with research staff, faculty investigators, and external collaborators; assisting with data management, data cleaning, and preliminary analyses; and contributing to research reports, presentations, conference materials, manuscripts, and other project deliverables. This position mentors and coordinates students rather than serving as their formal supervisor.

This position is well suited for an individual with experience in social or behavioral science research who enjoys coordinating complex research activities, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, and supporting projects from study implementation through dissemination.

Position Details

• Full-time, benefits-eligible position with an initial two-year appointment.
• Anticipated start date: November 1, 2026, or shortly thereafter.
• This position is fully on campus in Columbia, Missouri.
• This position will report to the faculty principal investigator, Dr. Eunjin Tracy.

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Experience working on federally or foundation-funded research projects.
• Proficiency with research and data analysis software such as R, SPSS, Stata, Mplus, or equivalent tools.
• Ability to independently conduct statistical analyses and prepare results for reports, presentations, and manuscripts.

Salary Range: $22.10 - 40.90 per hour

Grade: GGS 009

University Title: Program/Project Support Coordinator II

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This is a grant funded position.

Please upload the following application materials:

• Curriculum vitae or resume
• Cover letter describing research and project management experience, methodological expertise, and interest in the position
• Contact information for three professional references

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Eunjin Tracy at eunjintracy@missouri.edu.

Priority review of applications will begin on October 17, 2026, and continue until the position is filled

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of the total compensation package, the University offers medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement benefits, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information about University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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