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Research Project Coordinator

University of Kansas
United States, Kansas, Lawrence
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard (Show on map)
Sep 04, 2025
Position Overview The Research Project Coordinator plays a vital role in the delivery, coordination, and improvement of assistive technology (AT) services throughout the Northeast region of Kansas. This position supports individuals of all ages with disabilities and health conditions by helping them access the tools and equipment needed to lead more independent and comprehensive lives across home, school, work, and community settings. This role is responsible for implementing and overseeing the four core services of Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK): device demonstrations, device loans, funding assistance, and device acquisition support. The coordinator also provides training, information, and referrals, and ensures that all activities are accurately documented in the statewide ATK database. A significant portion of the role involves managing the AT device loan program, which includes performance monitoring, survey analysis, budget implementation for device purchases, and training of AT Specialists to ensure high-quality service delivery. The coordinator also leads public awareness and outreach initiatives to promote AT services to professionals and consumers statewide. In addition, the coordinator administers the Kansas Equipment Exchange (KEE) program in the Northeast region by accepting, cleaning, and distributing donated durable medical equipment (DME), coordinating DME drives, and facilitating community engagement. The position requires regular regional travel to provide direct services and conduct outreach, along with periodic travel outside the region for quarterly statewide staff trainings and professional development. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate about advancing access and inclusion through assistive technology. Job Description (50%) Coordination of Device Loans: Monitors ATK device loan performance, analyzes and reviews surveys, and supervises development and implementation of services. Implement budgets related to the purchasing of new assistive technology devices. Ensures quality of services by providing training to AT Specialists. Conducts public awareness/outreach to Professionals and consumers of assistive technology across the state. (20%) Implement the Kansas Equipment Exchange (KEE) program, which includes: Accepting donations of durable medical equipment (DME) Cleaning and sanitizing donated equipment Distributing DME to individuals in need Coordinating and hosting DME collection drives (15%) Deliver Assistive Technology for Kansans' four core services in the Northeast region of the state: Device Demonstration Device Loans Device Funding Assistance AT Device Requests In addition, provide information and referrals and conduct assistive technology device trainings. (5%) - Maintain accurate and timely data entry in the Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) statewide database. (5%) - Participate in quarterly statewide staff trainings and engage in additional professional development opportunities as required. (5%) - Travel throughout the Northeast region to: Provide AT services to individuals Conduct outreach and training sessions Attend professional development and statewide staff trainings Position Requirements Must have and maintain reliable transportation and driver's license. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, clean, and maintain assistive technology equipment as needed with or without accommodation. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and 1 year of experience in field related to human services OR high school diploma and 5 years of related experience in human services. Previous experience with basic computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, data entry, and time management tools, as evidenced by application materials. Strong written and interpersonal communication skills, as demonstrated with application materials. Experience interacting with the public in person, by phone, or through electronic communication, as demonstrated with application materials. Previous experience that demonstrates organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team while following supervision and direction, as evidenced by application materials. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in communication sciences and Disorders, Education, or a related human services field, or a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Occupational Therapy. Previous experience and knowledge in assistive technology and durable medical equipment, as evidenced by application materials. Previous experience in working with individuals with a variety of disabilities and health conditions, as evidenced by application materials. Training and/or experience in assistive technology preferred (training will be provided if needed), as evidenced by application materials Knowledge of funding sources such as Medicaid, Medicare, HCBS Waivers, or private funding entities, as evidenced by application materials. Additional Candidate Instructions A complete online application includes: Resume Cover Letter Contact information for three professional references (email and phone number required) Only complete applications will be considered. Application review begins Monday September 15, 2025, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified. Contact Information to Applicants Abby Azeltine; abby.azeltine@ku.edu or 620-421-8367 Advertised Salary Range 50,000 - 70,000 Application Review Begins Monday September 15, 2025 Anticipated Start Date Friday October 3, 2025