Program Coordinator II

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University’s Global Health Research Complex (GHRC) is seeking an organized, proactive, and collaborative Program Coordinator II to support operations, communications, engagement, and event coordination for the RAV3N network. The role works closely with the RAV3N Program Manager and supports administrative activities, meetings, trainings, communications platforms, and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The position collaborates with researchers, government agencies, and external partners and may involve access to confidential or restricted information. Some domestic travel is required. The position is funded through grants and/or contracts and is contingent on continued funding and satisfactory performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, animal science, agriculture, veterinary medicine, communications, public relations, public health, business administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience in program coordination, communications, event planning, stakeholder engagement, administrative support, or related fields.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, relationship-building, oral communication, and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information, research-related discussions, and network communications.
• Ability to coordinate training activities and collaborate with stakeholders, instructors, subject matter experts, and participants.
• Strong editing and proofreading abilities; ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, identify opportunities for improvement, and adapt to changing priorities and needs.
• Initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Teams and word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications.
• Ability to maintain professional websites and social media platforms.
• Ability to coordinate and lead projects while working cooperatively with others.
• Ability to perform tasks safely without injury to self or others and in compliance with A&M System guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in One Health, pandemic preparedness, veterinary medicine, agriculture, biocontainment research, or related fields.
• Familiarity with biocontainment research environments and biosafety and biosecurity principles.
• Familiarity with, or interest in, zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases affecting livestock, wildlife, and public health.
• Familiarity with, or interest in learning about, biosafety containment levels and BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-3Ag, BSL-4, and BSL-4Ag facilities and operations.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering professional meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, educational programs, or workforce development activities.
• Experience writing and editing materials for a range of audiences.
• Experience maintaining websites, social media platforms, newsletters, or other communication channels.
• Experience preparing reports and supporting budget tracking.
• Experience working with academic, research, and government agencies.
• Experience using graphic design and content creation tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, or similar applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager with planning and implementing monthly, quarterly, and annual activities.
• Schedule meetings and prepare agendas, meeting materials, and summaries.
• Maintain organizational records, databases, and program documentation.
• Track action items and support follow-up on network initiatives and deliverables.
• Assist in coordinating working groups and collaborative projects.
• Develop, edit, and distribute communications for network members, stakeholders, and the public.
• Maintain and update network websites, social media platforms, newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with network goals; identify opportunities to increase visibility and engagement.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, and other network activities, including registration, scheduling, catering, materials, venues, and follow-up.
• Assist with event communications and participant support; support event setup, execution, and wrap-up.
• Maintain event timelines and ensure activities are completed successfully.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and seek opportunities to expand collaborations with internal and external partners.
• Monitor activities and opportunities relevant to One Health, pandemic preparedness, agriculture, veterinary medicine, and related fields.
• Assist with reimbursements, purchasing, and other administrative transactions supporting network operations.
• Monitor expenditures and support purchasing and travel-related processes.
• Perform work safely and in compliance with A&M System guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time for health and wellness.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support for conferences, workshops, and other professional development.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed at Texas A&M.
• Living Well employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level