Study Coordinator

Summary of Job Duties

The Study Coordinator will work with the PIs to manage the study and facilitate the day-to-day collection of research data at the assigned research site. The study coordinator will be responsible for maintaining regulatory and compliance documents, recruiting and consenting study participants, collecting and processing the collected data, among other related tasks.

Absenteeism is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in exercise science or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience collecting biomechanical and strength data
• Phlebotomy training

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed radiation safety training
• Experience with exercise interventions or physical activity
• Knowledge in gait analysis
• Knowledge body composition analysis
• Knowledge in Phlebotomy, strength testing, and DXA

Additional Information

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025.

Special Instructions To Applicants

• To apply, upload your resume and any required documents to the University of Arkansas System Career Site at https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS.
• For general application assistance or questions about a job posting, contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.

Required Documents To Apply

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Dr. Abigail Schmitt
acs063@uark.edu

Salary Information

$46,383.00

Department

Movement and Exercise Research Laboratory (MOVE Lab)

Department's Website

https://www.uark.edu/move-lab/

Background Checks

The University of Arkansas conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include an adult maltreatment check, a criminal background check, and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.

Contact Information

Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Legal Notice

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity N/A Occasional Physical Activity Lifting, Pulling, Pushing Benefits Eligible Yes