To apply for this job, please upload (combined into ONE PDF) a CV/resume, cover letter, and the names/contact information for 3 professional references. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline the skills and experience that directly relate to this position. All inquiries about the position should be emailed to Dr. David Lipps ([email protected]) with the subject line "LETS MOVE Exercise Research Specialist Inquiry".
The School of Kinesiology, in partnership with the Rogel Cancer Center, is launching LETS MOVE, a structured exercise program for individuals with cancer. Within this initiative, participants are enrolled in a six-month structured exercise research study. Led by Principal Investigators David Lipps, Erin Giles, Angela Fong, and Elizabeth Salerno, we are seeking a full-time Research Specialist to join our team.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual who will be responsible for delivering standardized study protocols, guiding participants through study-defined physical activity programming, conducting functional research assessments, tracking trial outcomes, and collaborating with the research team, among other duties.
Essential Functions are noted with an "EF"
Research Program Facilitation & Delivery (45%)
- Administer study-defined, protocol-driven programming to participants following trial guidelines. EF
- Monitor participant progress, session attendance, and adherence to the study protocol. EF
- Provide feedback and adapt programming in alignment with the approved IRB research protocol. EF
- Intermediate candidates are expected to perform these tasks independently; Associate candidates will receive initial oversight.
Study Assessment & Data Management (35%)
- Conduct standardized functional and physical assessments (e.g., submaximal endurance) per research protocols. Intermediate candidates are expected to perform this task independently; Associate candidates will receive initial oversight. EF
- Collect, clean, and manage trial data within electronic databases (e.g., REDCap). EF
- Assist in tracking participant retention, compliance, and adverse event reporting. EF
- Associate level candidates will assist with outcome data aggregation to support principal investigators with progress reports and manuscript preparations. EF
- Intermediate level candidates will take a primary role in outcome data aggregation for progress reports and manuscript preparation EF
Participant Coordination & Administration (20%)
- Lead participant onboarding, scheduling, and regular progress check-ins. EF
- Coordinate study activities across the multidisciplinary research team. EF
- Maintain research equipment and testing spaces at Domino's Farms.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Intermediate Level:
- Master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Public Health, or a closely related field
- 4+ years of experience facilitating physical activity programs, behavioral health protocols, or participant-facing data collections in a research or community setting
- Strong organizational skills and experience with research data collection or trial protocols, and the capacity to manage and coordinate several study-related tasks concurrently
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with others in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This position involves close interaction with faculty, staff, graduate/undergraduate students, and community-based participants
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive workplace culture aligned with the school's core values
Associate Level:
- Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Public Health, or a closely related field
- 1-3 years of experience facilitating physical activity programs, behavioral health protocols, or participant-facing data collections in a research or community setting
- Strong organizational skills and experience with research data collection or trial protocols, and the capacity to manage and coordinate several study-related tasks concurrently
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with others in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This position involves close interaction with faculty, staff, graduate/undergraduate students, and community-based participants
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive workplace culture aligned with the school's core values
