Part‑time Research Coordinator

About the role

The Exercise Psychology Laboratory at Northeastern University seeks a part‑time Research Coordinator to support interdisciplinary studies on mind‑body interventions such as physical activity, nutrition, mindfulness, and yoga. The role offers a pathway to graduate or professional studies while contributing to impactful health research.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and revise Institutional Review Board protocols and manage participant recruitment through flyers, ads, and community outreach.
• Screen, schedule, and conduct study visits, maintaining secure databases (e.g., RedCap) and handling participant communications.
• Perform data coding and statistical analyses using R, MATLAB, Python, or SPSS, and assist with literature reviews and manuscript preparation.
• Develop and lead outreach workshops, social‑media content, and group physical‑activity sessions to build community engagement.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a health‑related field with at least one year of lab experience (master’s preferred but not required).
• Strong oral and written communication, high organization, and ability to work independently and within a team.
• Interest in yoga or mindfulness is a plus, with a yoga teacher training certification desirable.

Required skills

• Proficiency in SPSS, R, MATLAB, Python, and RedCap.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience conducting human‑subjects research and statistical analysis.