2025-05-21
University of Pittsburgh
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States
Lead Research Program Coordinator
The University of Pittsburgh's School of Public Health, Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology has a long and distinguished history as a leader in graduate education, transformative research, implementation science, and education in infectious diseases. A central component of our mission involves training the next generation of scientists and public health professionals to lead in the effort to reduce the impact of infectious diseases worldwide.
Coordinates high-level, protocol-related research procedures and study components and manages one study or assists with larger studies. Ensures the safety of the research and laboratory. Manages staff, audits studies, and recommends policy improvements.
The Lead Research Program Coordinator will assist with HIV public health planning and engagement in the HPCP, a longitudinal project that works to design, implement, and support health planning activities in Pennsylvania for the entire spectrum of HIV prevention and care. This project receives federal and state funds through the Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of HIV Disease. This position will have responsibility for designing and implementing stakeholder engagement for statewide HIV planning. This entails best-practice outreach using diverse mediums and methodologies to reach communities impacted by HIV throughout the commonwealth (townhalls, online outreach, surveys, assessments, interviews, etc., plus coordination with government, healthcare, and community/nonprofit groups). Other required tasks include key support for statewide anti-stigma messaging, supporting prevention capacity building, and traveling to regional and statewide planning meetings, among other outreach and planning activities.
The employee will be required to sit, stand, walk, lift and carry materials. Must be able to drive and attend meetings on
campus and travel to regional and statewide planning meetings, among other outreach and planning activities. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
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