Research Project Coordinator

Job Title

Research Project Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College Of Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Project Coordinator will support a healthcare research project through participant recruitment, qualitative data collection, community engagement, and research coordination. This role involves working with clinicians, patients, informal caregivers, and community partners, as well as supporting workshops, conferences, and dissemination activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Recruit and coordinate research participants across healthcare and community settings

• Schedule, conduct, record, and transcribe qualitative interviews

• Maintain accurate and confidential research documentation

• Coordinate and support workshops, conferences, and community-based research activities

• Assist with qualitative data organization and analysis

• Communicate effectively with research team members and community partners

• Contribute to drafting reports, manuscripts, and dissemination materials

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to conduct interviews professionally

• Proficiency with basic research technologies (audio recording, transcription tools, virtual meeting platforms)

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Established connections with local community partners (e.g., libraries, churches, community organizations)

• Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field

• Prior healthcare or research experience

• Experience with qualitative research methods and data analysis

• Interest in scholarly writing and publication development

SALARY: $20/hourly

This position is part-time at 10-20 hours per week depending on project needs and temporary with an end date of no later than August 31, 2026.

For any questions or inquiries regarding this position, please contact Dr. Shuhong Luo at shuhong.luo@tamucc.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.