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Research Coordinator
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Position Number: 5137416
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Coordinator

Job ID: 11663
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Research Development

Posting End Date: Open until filled

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Required Application Materials:

Resume

Optional Application Materials:

Cover Letter
List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Coordinates program objectives related to fostering strategic research partnership both internal and external to the University. The position will assist in facilitating research initiatives objectives of interdisciplinary team building and fostering relationships with federal agencies and national labs. The incumbent will be responsible for various functions, including strategic planning, team building, project management, and event coordination.

Essential Functions:

Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and implement strategic plans for research development.

Assist in identifying and assessing opportunities for collaboration with federal agencies to advance research objectives.

Coordinates the analysis of trends and emerging opportunities in the field to inform strategic decision-making.

Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members and national research labs.

Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.

Contribute to the development and execution of business strategies to enhance research development activities.

Monitor expenditures and financial performance against budgetary targets.

Maintain accurate records, documentation, and databases related to research development activities.

Provide administrative support by preparing reports, presentations, and other materials as needed.

Plan and coordinate events, workshops, and conferences related to research development.

Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure successful event execution.

Manage logistics, including venue selection, catering, and participant communication.

Develop and organize agendas for meetings, workshops, and collaborative sessions.

Facilitate effective communication and decision-making during meetings.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, science, engineering)

and

Experience: Four (4) years of related experience or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven experience in program coordination, project management, or research development.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in budgeting, strategic planning, and event coordination.

Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 15 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=11663&PostingSeq=1