Temporary Project/Research Coordinator
About The Position
As part of the Samuel Research Team (PI: Dr. Raymond E Samuel, Professor of Biology), the Program Coordinator provides day-to-day administration for research, education, training, and outreach activities. The Program Coordinator applies his/her organizational skills and expertise to reduce the administrative burden on researchers. The Program Coordinator works with Division of Research and Business Office staff to manage complex budgets and ensure that funding agency requirements are met throughout the grant award life cycle. The Program Coordinator works closely with the PIs while also prioritizing and completing multiple tasks and deadlines with limited support. The Program Coordinator works independently in a team-supported environment and reports to Samuel Research Team leader, in addition to working closely with a small number of faculty. Extensive interactions are required with researchers, the NC A&T administration offices, and external institutions. Detailed job duties include: Coordinate and manage project administrative operations such as hiring, subawards, contracts, and fiscal management in partnership with other internal units. Monitor budgets and resources to meet research project objectives, ensure compliance, and anticipate future project needs. Prepare regular reports and spending plans as needed. Research internal and external policies and procedures when questions arise. Recommend and develop team collaboration and communication processes and tools, adapting to the work style and needs of PIs and project teams. Share ideas based on best practices and lessons learned. Other activities as needed on behalf of project PIs or the Samuel Research Team. Primary Function of Organizational Unit North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral research university dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. The University provides a wide range of educational opportunities from bachelor's to doctoral degrees in both traditional and online environments. With an emphasis on preeminence in STEM and a commitment to excellence in all its educational, research, and outreach programs, North Carolina A&T fosters a climate of economic competitiveness that prepares students for the global society. Work Hours 8-5 pm Monday - Friday Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage project administrative operations such as hiring, subawards, contracts, and fiscal management in partnership with other internal units.
- Monitor budgets and resources to meet research project objectives, ensure compliance, and anticipate future project needs. Prepare regular reports and spending plans as needed.
- Research internal and external policies and procedures when questions arise.
- Recommend and develop team collaboration and communication processes and tools, adapting to the work style and needs of PIs and project teams. Share ideas based on best practices and lessons learned.
- Other activities as needed on behalf of project PIs or the Samuel Research Team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
