Research Administrative Coordinator – Autism Center

Emory University

Research coordinator supporting Emory’s statewide autism research and service initiative. Managing participants, data, stakeholders, evaluations, and research dissemination.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating research initiatives, managing data, and supporting participant engagement in autism research and service delivery. Proficient in project management, communication, and training within clinical and community-based settings.

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Research CoordinationData ManagementProject ManagementTraining and SupervisionCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data EntryQuality AssuranceREDCapResearch DatabasesLiterature ReviewGrant WritingProgram EvaluationOutcome MonitoringPresentation DevelopmentPeer-Reviewed Publication

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationEngagement SupportCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Autism ResearchPublic HealthCommunity PartnershipsNeurodevelopmental DisabilitiesClinical Patient Contact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate routine activities for a statewide autism research and service delivery initiative
Track participants, implement projects, and provide administrative support
Serve as a point of contact for participating families
Provide information about study procedures and schedule activities
Facilitate communication and support participant engagement throughout the evaluation process
Manage research and program data, including data entry, quality assurance, and database maintenance
Supervise, train, and support graduate students, research assistants, and other project personnel
Support onboarding and implementation during project expansion into public health districts, community provider networks, and additional contract phases
Support project evaluation, monitor outcomes, prepare summary reports, and contribute to continuous quality improvement
Coordinate meetings, trainings, and communications with internal and external stakeholders
Support grant writing and funding applications as needed
Conduct literature reviews
Assist with presentations, manuscripts, conference submissions, and other dissemination products
Collaborate with faculty investigators and project staff to analyze, interpret, and disseminate findings through reports, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a science discipline, business management, or related field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Experience coordinating research, clinical, public health, or community-based programs
Experience working with families, children, or individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities
Familiarity with REDCap, research databases, data management, and quality assurance procedures
Experience training and/or supervising students, trainees, or research assistants
Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
Interest in autism research, health services research, implementation science, community partnerships, and dissemination of research findings
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs
Position involves clinical patient contact
An approved CAS Exception is required for anyone charged to a federal grant or contract under this job code

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Hybrid remote work arrangement
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities