Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Base: $55,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Coordinate programs and projects
Evaluate grant applications
Improve research policies
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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 with program coordination, administrative duties, and research policy improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, experience in high-level office work, and a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a master's degree in a related field.
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Job Summary
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU focused on providing a high-quality, affordable education with a personal touch.
This role involves coordinating programs and projects for the Dean of Research, assisting with grant evaluations, and managing the Dean's calendar.
The position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in Workday and Microsoft Office, and the ability to supervise personnel.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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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 with program coordination, administrative duties, and research policy improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, experience in high-level office work, and a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a master's degree in a related field.
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Salary
Base: $55,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Coordinate programs and projects
Evaluate grant applications
Improve research policies
Prepare operational reports
Act as a gatekeeper
Manage daily calendar
Coordinate MANRRS events
Nice-to-have
Maintain discretion with sensitive information
Relate to culturally diverse employees
Service-oriented mindset
Strong ethical standards
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years high-level office experience
2 years collecting administrative data
Proficient in Workday, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Experience processing grant charges
Experience preparing requisitions
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States