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Research Program Administration Officer III

Company:
The University of Arizona
Job Location:
Tucson, 85724
Category:
Administrative Assistants
Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req21260

Department: Ecology & Evolutionary Biology

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

We seek a self-starting and creative person to coordinate research, education, and training activities of UA's NSF Research Traineeship (NRT), Building Resources for InterDisciplinary training in Genomic and Ecosystem Sciences (BRIDGES) catalyzes the training of a new generation of graduate students in UA's Ecosystem Genomics Initiative. BRIDGES equips students with the skills to analyze, integrate, and utilize microscopic and ecosystem-scale biological data. This innovative program fills gaps in graduate education by combining data science, policy training, and transdisciplinary team science. BRIDGES will support training activities, fellowships, and internships for incoming MS and Ph.D. students.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and efficiently implement a student trainee program, including

  • Work closely with BRIDGES leadership to design and implement a strong strategy to recruit a diverse cohort of student fellows and trainees;
  • Be a primary and collegial point of contact for student candidates, recruits and trainees, and maintain student handbook and documentation to track student progress through the program;
  • Coordinate with domestic and international collaborators to organize student trainee research internships and trainee teaching activities on campus or in local schools;
  • Work closely with the BRIDGES evaluator on evaluation activities;
  • Coordinate application for, and implementation of a new certificate in Ecosystem Genomics

Generally, report to the BRIDGES co-directors, and provide (or coordinate) needed administrative support to co-directors, including:

  • Compose replies to correspondence, summarize reports and information to facilitate review,
    manage, in coordination with Principal Investigators, preparation and submission of BRIDGES-related proposals and related documents, and development of funding strategies;
  • Proactively identify, evaluate and resolve program problems within scope of the position

Maintain program communication and implement procedures, including:

  • Coordinate with business office staff in relevant departments to maintain budget information for BRIDGES accounts, and complete appropriate paperwork to comply with University of Arizona policies, including for purchases, reimbursements, and travel;
  • Prepare special and recurring reports; make recommendations for purchases, and make purchases;
  • Maintain up-to-date information for BRIDGES program website (https://bridges.arizona.edu/);

Coordinate the activities and events of the program, including:

  • Plan conferences, meetings, meals, and other events, with a special focus on organizing the annual all-hands Convergence Institute of the BRIDGES NRT;
  • Maintain calendar for project co-directors, arranging necessary travel reservations and itineraries

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • General familiarity with University procedures related to research and academic programs.
  • FLSA: Exempt

    Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

    Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

    Job FTE: 1.0

    Work Calendar: Fiscal

    Job Category: Research

    Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

    Rate of Pay: $65,687 - $85,393

    Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

    Grade

    9

    Compensation Guidance

    The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

    The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

    Grade Range Minimum

    $65687

    Grade Range Midpoint

    $85393

    Grade Range Maximum

    $105099

    Career Stream and Level

    PC3

    Job Family

    Research Program Admin

    Job Function

    Research

    Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

    Number of Vacancies: 1

    Contact Information for Candidates

    Dr. Scott Saleska

    saleska@arizona.edu

    Open Until Filled: Yes

    Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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    At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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