Coordinator, Research Development & Strategic Initiatives

Cornell University•City of Ithaca, NY

3d•$30 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

The Coordinator for Research Development and Strategic Initiatives will advance research excellence by facilitating programs that foster research innovation and recognize achievement across the University. Responsibilities of this newly created role include coordinating aspects of internal seed funding programs, supporting a university-wide honorific awards and prizes process, and general administrative assistance. This position will have a dotted line reporting relationship to the Director of Strategic Initiatives. Through effective organization, clear communication, and collaborative engagement, the coordinator will ensure these initiatives run smoothly, enabling faculty success and strengthening the institution’s research enterprise. The position will help implement and communicate standard procedures and expectations related to funding submissions, ensure compliance with program requirements, administer internal peer reviews, and communicate funding decisions along with special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree with 2–4 years of financial and/or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with modern office methods and procedures (including electronic filing techniques, telephone etiquette, and professional writing/email communication).
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a part of a team in a professional office environment, working on multiple projects simultaneously.
High level of proficiency with Excel, Adobe Acrobat, MSWord, and Outlook.
Familiarity with database management and/or financial management tools.
Ability to handle confidential information and materials appropriately.
Experience interacting and building relationships with high-level clientele, faculty, visitors, and organizational leaders.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working and contributing to an environment where change in process/procedures is the norm while maintaining a positive and productive demeanor.
Willing and able to enhance personal knowledge, skills, and abilities to grow and excel in the field of research administration.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in academic or research environments.
Familiarity with internal funding or grant programs.
Experience with project management tools.

Responsibilities

Coordinating aspects of internal seed funding programs
Supporting a university-wide honorific awards and prizes process
General administrative assistance
Implement and communicate standard procedures and expectations related to funding submissions
Ensure compliance with program requirements
Administer internal peer reviews
Communicate funding decisions
Special projects as assigned