Research Program Administration Officer II

Research Program Administration Officer II

We seek a self-starting and creative change agent 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). 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 biodiversity data across scales. This innovative program fills gaps in graduate education by combining biodiversity data science, policy training, and transdisciplinary team science. BRIDGES supports 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!

The duties and responsibilities include:

• 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;

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

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

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

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred qualifications:

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: $59,404 - $74,254

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

Grade: 8

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.

Grade Range Minimum: $28.56

Grade Range Midpoint: $35.7

Grade Range Maximum: $42.84

Career Stream and Level: PC2

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 Date: 1/28/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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