Senior Research Program Coordinator, Center Subsurface Energy and the Environment in Cockrell School of Engineering
About The Position
The Senior Research Program Coordinator oversees daily lab operations for Dr. Quoc Nguyen to keep workflows efficient and uninterrupted, maintaining and servicing equipment, managing inventory and procurement, and enforcing safety protocols in compliance with UT standards. This role also manages the lab budget, tracks expenses, supports grant-related activities, coordinates travel requests and reimbursements, and handles staff appointments. In addition, the manager develops and reviews lab protocols, produces operational reports, resolves issues involving personnel, equipment, or research protocols, and supervises, trains, and evaluates research staff. The Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Five (5) years of experience in program administration or coordination
- Demonstrative administrative clerical experience
- Prior knowledge of Research Lab Operations
- Experience in budget preparation software, Microsoft Excel or Adobe Acrobat Professional
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Oversees daily laboratory operations for efficiency and workflow continuity.
- Maintains and services lab equipment; manages inventory and procurement.
- Implements and enforces safety protocols in compliance with UT standards.
- Coordinates travel requests/reimbursements and manages staff appointments
- Manages lab budget, tracks expenses, and assists with grant-related activities.
- Develops/reviews lab protocols and generates operational reports.
- Addresses operational issues involving personnel, equipment, or research protocols.
- Supervises, trains, and manages the performance of research staff.
- Perform other functions as assigned.
Benefits
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Senior
