Research Program Coordinator - Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering
University of Illinois

Research Program Coordinator

Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering

The Grainger College of Engineering

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The Department of Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering in The Grainger College of Engineering seeks applicants for a Research Program Coordinator position. This position will manage administrative, business, and research activities for The Center for Plasma Material Interactions and the Illinois Plasma Institute.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program Management

• Track and assist in the preparation of technical publications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to submission deadlines.
• Draft and disseminate progress reports and project status updates to stakeholders for assigned projects, ensuring clear communication of key developments.

• Assist in the development of project plans to monitor and track progress of varying projects.

• Maintain, organize, and archive project-related documents, records, and data, ensuring accessibility and compliance with organizational standards.

• Coordinate undergraduate research assistant work force including hiring, training compliance, and time sheet approval.

Administrative Support

• Manage all travel arrangements for CPMI and IPI personnel, including meeting logistics, reservations, reimbursements, and registrations. Travel as necessary for meetings, etc.

• Approve departmental expenditures up to $1,000 in accordance with established in university guidelines.

• Monitor and provide detailed reports on fund allocations and expenditures for managed projects.

• Schedule, facilitate, attend meetings, and coordinate with staff and funding organizations.

• Perform other program and project management tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in administrative, grant management, financial, research compliance, and related fields.

• Demonstrated experience in publications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the Center for Plasma Material Interactions (CPMI) and the Illinois Plasma Institute (IPI).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

• Excellent oral communication skills.

• Ability to organize meetings, schedules, and events.

• Ability to follow multiple detailed directions of various protocols and meet deadlines.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Strong organizational, planning, problem solving and project management skills.

• Ability to work independently and creatively.

• Ability to work and travel outside of typical hours of standard work hours as needed.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12- month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $55,000 - 65,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Sponsorship for w ork authorization is not available for this position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINE INFORMATION

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on October 28, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three references. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Allie Langley at ardonne2@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1026962
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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