Job Description
Knology is seeking a Research Coordinator to join our diverse team of research social scientists, journalists, and educators. The ideal candidate for this position has 1–2 years of experience coordinating research projects, excellent organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and deadlines, and strong interpersonal abilities to communicate and collaborate effectively.
About Knology
Knology Ltd. is a 501c(3) charitable organization that leverages social science to drive positive change. Knology’s approach to research is not just theoretical—we work alongside highly networked organizations (including professional associations, media creators, libraries, museums, game developers, and community groups) to simultaneously study and solve real world challenges in real time. Through research, evaluation, convenings, and capacity building workshops, our transdisciplinary team of social scientists, writers, and educators helps professionals improve their ability to facilitate understanding and advance public conversation. Our work empowers education and communications professionals through research-based insights, tools, and resources that can be used to amplify impacts and generate shared community understandings that open new pathways to action.
Our website provides a comprehensive overview of our current work.
Job Responsibilities
Research & Coordination Tasks
- Provide day-to-day coordination support across multiple projects, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and communication stay on track
- Coordinate internal project teams, including scheduling meetings and supporting cross-functional collaboration
- Prepare and submit IRB applications
- Manage research logistics, including participant outreach, scheduling interviews and focus groups, consent processes, and distribution of incentives
- Prepare meeting agendas, materials, and notes for project partner meetings
- Tracking project budgets and staff hours
Organizational Operation Tasks
This position may include other tasks including but not limited to:
- Support in preparation of federal and non-federal proposals. May include developing and compiling staff CVs, data management plans, summaries of past project experience, documentation from partners, etc.
- Tracking proposal submissions and responses
- Tracking donor engagement
- Support in compiling organizational metrics
Job Requirements
- 1–2 years of experience coordinating projects, research, programs, or complex initiatives (including internships, fellowships, or relevant academic experience)
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in social science or a related field (e.g., education, public policy, environmental studies, etc.)
- Familiarity with social science research methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys); direct research experience a plus
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with comfort engaging professionally with a range of partners
- High attention to detail and follow-through, especially around documentation and logistics
- Comfort working independently while also collaborating as part of a team
This position will be completely remote. Candidates must be located in the United States and legally able to work in the US already.
Knology is committed to building a diverse, inclusive organization that respects and values all people. Our work environment is open to all employees, and we are committed to ensuring equal treatment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital, parental, or family status, military status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
To apply: Submit the following to Laura Tietjen, jobs@knology.org
- A résumé or CV
- A cover letter that addresses your interests in the position, relevant work experience, and primary qualifications.
Applications accepted through March 11, 2026. Only applications selected for interviews will receive follow-up communications.
The salary for this position is $65,000-$75,000. Knology provides competitive benefits for a small nonprofit, including but not limited to 401K match, PTO, holiday time off, flex medical enrollment, and flexible working schedule. If you have questions about benefits, please reach out.
Knology Work Environment
Knology is a small organization operating in a fast-paced environment. Staff approach their work with a nimble mindset, recognizing that flexibility and adaptability are critical to meeting the ever-evolving needs of partners and projects. In addition to these essential qualities, candidates should be resourceful, have a strong sense of internal motivation, and possess the kinds of professional skills (including good colleagueship and time management) needed to be successful in an organizational context characterized by tight deadlines and constant change.