Research, Proposal, and Reporting Coordinator

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

2d•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Maryland Sea Grant (MDSG) invites applications for a Research, Proposal, and Reporting Coordinator to join a dynamic team advancing coastal and marine science across the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays. This position is ideal for a highly organized, intellectually curious professional who is interested in shaping, supporting, and managing impactful research programs. In this role, you will work at the intersection of science and strategy—supporting research competitions, coordinating proposal development and submission, and managing project reporting to ensure the success and integrity of our research portfolio. Other duties may include Maryland Sea Grant research workshops and assisting in strategic planning and program reporting efforts. You will report to the MDSG senior program manager and assist the Director of Maryland Sea Grant with the MDSG research portfolio. We are especially interested in candidates with a terminal degree (PhD) who are looking to apply their research training in a broader programmatic or administrative context. Experience in proposal development, grants management, or research coordination is highly valued, but we welcome applicants from varied backgrounds who bring rigor, adaptability, and a service-oriented mindset. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to clear, process-driven work are essential. Just as important is a genuine curiosity about science and the ability to learn quickly across diverse topic areas.

Requirements

PhD is required, preferably in a field related to marine or coastal science.
Strong analytical skills
Attention to detail
Commitment to clear, process-driven work
Genuine curiosity about science
Ability to learn quickly across diverse topic areas
Strong writing, research and communication skills
Strong working knowledge of MS Office, AI tools, and database management software
Solid understanding and experience with program management
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with teams of researchers and administrators

Nice To Haves

Experience in proposal development, grants management, or research coordination
Specialized training or experience in coastal, marine, estuarine or environmental science to support grants management
Expertise with federal proposal solicitation and review
Grants writing or management
Professional development programming
Interest or experience in developing and monitoring grant budgets
Working knowledge of federal grants rules and regulations
Familiarity with university administrative, research and/or sponsored programs applications