Project Coordinator

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Position Title : Project Coordinator

Job Category : Academic Staff

Employment Type :

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile : Project Coordinator

Job Duties :

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside seeks a part-time Project Coordinator to support its participation in the Advancing Regional Innovation through Sustainable Engagement (ARISE) initiative, a grant-funded initiative supported through the National Science Foundation's Expanding Partnerships and Infrastructure for Impact and Capacity (EPIIC) program. This role is central to coordinating grant project activities that build institutional capacity for applied research and university-industry partnerships. The initial appointment will be part-time at 35% of full time, increasing to 45% time in years two and three.

Key Job Responsibilities :

Collaborate with campus offices such as Parkside Works, including the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Partnerships, Center for Community and Business Engagement and Professional and Continuing Education.

Assist in the design and implementation of faculty training modules for industry-focused instruction.

Support the development of a faculty research expertise database and related templates.

Assist in coordinating the ARISE project, including supporting timelines, creation of deliverables, and reporting.

Organize and facilitate workshops and events aimed at faculty development in applied research.

Maintain documentation and support internal evaluation processes.

Manage the creation and dissemination of content for a research administration intranet, including helping to update policies, procedures, templates, and knowledge base topics.

Department : Provost Office

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree

Experience in project coordination or management in higher education or research settings.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.

Proficiency with digital tools for project management, content development, and event coordination, such as Microsoft Office 365.

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's degree in project management, research administration, related areas

Familiarity with sponsored research administration and / or faculty development

Familiarity with higher-education as it relates to community, business, or industry-partnerships.

Education :

Required : Bachelor's Degree

Preferred : Master's Degree

How to Apply :

To apply, click the Apply button at the top of this page. Please upload the following documents to your application :

Resume

Cover letter

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.

For full consideration, please submit your application materials by January 5, 2025 . Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date and must maintain continuous work authorization for the duration of their employment (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need of employer sponsorship).

Contact Information :

If you need help or have questions about the interview process, please contact Lisa Crumble (crumble@uwp.edu).

Legal Notices and Important Information

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note : Criminal Background Check - The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a "disparate impact" and is not "job-related and consistent with business necessity" in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

Reasonable Accommodations

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.

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Transcript Requirement

Please note : Transcriptions will be required upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.