Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
$55,000; not specified; yes py
Not specified
Coordinating programs and projects
Evaluating research reviews
Improving research policies
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant to support the Dean of Research and Associate Research Director. The role involves coordinating research programs, providing administrative assistance, and managing communications, requiring significant organization and attention to detail

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU dedicated to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating programs and projects for the Dean of Research, assisting in grant evaluations, and managing the Dean's daily calendar.
  • The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of high-level office experience, preferably under senior leadership, and proficiency in Workday, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant to support the Dean of Research and Associate Research Director. The role involves coordinating research programs, providing administrative assistance, and managing communications, requiring significant organization and attention to detail.

Salary

$55,000; Not specified; Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Coordinating programs and projects
  • Evaluating research reviews
  • Improving research policies
  • Preparing operational reports
  • Guiding researchers
  • Maintaining records and documents
  • Organizing meetings
  • Managing calendars
  • Coordinating travel arrangements
  • Writing and editing emails

Nice-to-have

  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Strong ethical standards
  • Relate to culturally diverse employees
  • Maintain discretion with sensitive information

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years of high level office work
  • 2 years collecting administrative/statistical data
  • Proficient experience using Workday
  • Proficient experience using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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