Research Program Coordinator

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Research Program Coordinator role focused on cancer research initiatives at the University of Wisconsin. Coordinating programs, activities, and collaborations to enhance research efforts in Radiation Medicine.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating research programs and managing stakeholder relationships while effectively communicating and facilitating training initiatives. Proficient in budget monitoring and policy development to support research objectives.

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Project CoordinationStakeholder CollaborationOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationOffice Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Program CoordinationBudget MonitoringPolicy DevelopmentTraining FacilitationProcess Implementation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAdaptabilityCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Research Program ManagementAdministrative OperationsStakeholder EngagementEvent Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinates the daily activities and contracts related to one or more research program(s)
Serves as a unit liaison and subject matter expert among internal and external stakeholder groups, collaborates across disciplines and functional areas, provides program information, and promotes the accomplishments and developments of scholars and research initiatives
Assists in the development, coordination, and facilitation of trainings and workshops for internal and external audiences to disseminate research program developments and information
Plans, develops, and implements processes and protocols to support research aims
Monitors program budget(s) and approves unit expenditures
Develops policies, procedures, and institutional agreements on behalf of the program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, programs, events, research activities, or administrative operations in a professional setting.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain detailed records, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing program needs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and provide exceptional administrative and programmatic support.
Demonstrated advanced proficiency in office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
competitive insurances and savings accounts
retirement benefits