Project Coordinator, Engineering - 008614

University of South Alabama • Mobile, AL

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About The Position

The Project Coordinator, Engineering position at the University of South Alabama involves coordinating day-to-day activities of research projects within the Electrical and Computer Engineering department. The role supports researchers by managing logistics, budgets, and communications, ensuring that project milestones are met and that resources are effectively utilized.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Three years of directly related experience, which may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in budgeting and financial oversight.
• Familiarity with research project management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of research projects.
• Support researchers with software licenses renewal and data storage.
• Negotiate with vendors and obtain quotes for research equipment.
• Coordinate research team meetings and other necessary meetings.
• Maintain project websites and develop research newsletters.
• Support data collection and track research milestones and goals.
• Manage internal and external proposals and prepare related documents.
• Assist in the development and management of summer research programs for undergraduate students and high school teachers.
• Support the New Faculty Seed Grant Program for early-career researchers.
• Assist in the development and management of the Edge AI certificate program for industry professionals.
• Oversee fiscal management of sponsored project budgets and ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Work with Principal Investigators to address budget issues and ensure proper charging of activities.
• Assist with hiring and maintaining research faculty, Postdocs, and students.
• Oversee administrative aspects of projects, including subcontract executions and payments.
• Coordinate purchase orders for research materials and supplies.
• Manage travel arrangements and reimbursements, and maintain inventory records.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive salary.
• Regular working hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED