Research Support Coordinator – Cancer Screening and Outreach

Institute for Public Health Practice, Research and Policy is hiring a 50% Research Support Coordinator to provide entry‑level programmatic, financial, and administrative support for a grant‑funded cancer prevention and screening initiative under Iowa's Healthy Hometowns Rural Health Transformation Plan. The role supports coordination of community outreach and screening activities across partner hospitals, assists with invoicing and tracking, data collection and reporting, and helps ensure compliance with grant and university requirements.
Post‑Award Administration/Financial Responsibility
• Prepare and process invoices for services provided under the contract
• Track invoice submissions and assist with reconciliation of payments
• Verify that required supporting documentation is included with invoices
• Assist with monitoring program accounts and expenditures for accuracy
• Maintain organized financial and grant documentation records
• Support preparation of financial and program reports
Grant Exploration and Development
• Assist in monitoring compliance with contract and grant terms, university policies, and state and federal regulations
• Track adherence to program protocols related to outreach, screening, and data reporting
• Maintain documentation to support compliance and audit readiness
• Identify discrepancies or missing information and elevate issues for resolution
• Support continuous improvement of program processes and workflows
Compliance
• Assist with the preparation of grant reports and documentation required by Iowa HHS and other entities
• Monitor compliance with grant and contract requirements and maintain records aligned with institutional, state, and federal guidelines
• Track program expenditures, reconcile statements, and support documentation needs for deliverable‑based reimbursement
• Maintain organized, audit‑ready files for financial documentation, deliverables, and approvals
Program Support
• Assist with coordination and implementation of program activities, including community outreach and screening events
• Organize and facilitate meetings, events, and trainings; prepare agendas and materials
• Respond to program‑related inquiries and provide general administrative support
• Assist with outreach and stakeholder engagement efforts
• Update program website content and materials
• Support limited external communications consistent with program messaging
Information Management
• Assist with coordination, collection, and preparation of program data from partner sites
Communications & Stakeholder Support
• Coordinate meeting schedules, agendas, materials, and follow‑up actions for advisory groups, partners, and working teams as requested
• Support consistent communication among internal team members, rural health partners, and state agencies
Benefits Highlights
• Regular, salaried position
• Paid vacation, sick leave
• Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
• Generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://uiowa.edu
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrative organizational and administrative support experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience with data management, data entry or reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Desirable Qualifications
• Experience with invoicing, financial tracking, or basic accounting processes
• Familiarity with public health programs, community outreach, or rural health initiatives
• Knowledge of university policies, procedures and regulations
• Experience maintaining website content