Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
$55,000; not specified; yes py
Not specified
Coordinate programs and projects
Evaluate grant applications
Improve research policies
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant to support the Dean of Research through various administrative and project coordination tasks. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, experience in high-level office work, and proficiency in relevant software

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU dedicated to fostering learning, growth, and productivity.
  • This role involves coordinating programs and projects for the Dean of Research/Associate Research Director, assisting with grant evaluations, and improving research policies.
  • Responsibilities include managing the Dean's calendar, coordinating travel, preparing reports, and supervising personnel within the Agricultural Research Office.

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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 through various administrative and project coordination tasks. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, experience in high-level office work, and proficiency in relevant software.

Salary

$55,000; Not specified; Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • coordinate programs and projects
  • evaluate grant applications
  • improve research policies
  • prepare operational reports
  • supervise personnel
  • manage calendars and appointments
  • coordinate travel arrangements

Nice-to-have

  • workday operating system knowledge
  • train administrative assistants
  • knowledge of state and federal laws
  • maintain sensitive documents with discretion
  • relate to culturally diverse employees

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 improving process productivity
  • Experience processing grant charges
  • Experience preparing requisitions

Work Rights

Not specified

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