Grant Project Coordinator

Grant Project Coordinator

The Grant Project Coordinator will play a central role in overseeing program operations, coordinating participant support services, managing project communications, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Please note that this position will only be funded for 5 years with an option of renewal if funds are available after 5 years.

Essential Functions :

• The Grant Project Coordinator (PC) will have direct responsibility for the management of a five-year NRT (NSF Research Trainees) project training operations, as well as trainee recruitment, mentoring, retention, industry internship placement, and career development activities.
• Serve as the main point of contact for trainees, faculty mentors, and partner departments.
• Track trainee progress, maintain databases of participant information, and ensure timely submission of required forms and documentation.
• The PC will coordinate traineeship experiences and support the PI in establishing the new academic programs that are central to the proposed project.

Minimal Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Position Details :

This position is a full time, benefits eligible position, with a 37.5 work schedule. This position is also contingent on the availability of external funding and is subject to annual performance reviews and funding renewals. The incumbent may be separated from employment with notice if funding is reduced or discontinued.

The job grade for this position is Grade 5. The expected wage range for this position is between $58,000 and $70,000 which reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.

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