Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Base: $55,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Not specified (potentially hybrid based on the nature of the role).
Coordinate programs and projects
Prepare operational reports
Manage day-to-day calendar
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist to support the Dean of Research by coordinating various programs and projects. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, significant administrative experience, and strong organizational and communication skills

Job Summary

  • Coordinating programs and projects for Dean of Research/Associate Research Director, including assisting in evaluations of the Agricultural Research Office reviews pertaining to grantsmanship.
  • Manage the Dean of Research's day-to-day calendar, coordinate travel arrangements, and provide administrative assistance such as writing and editing emails.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a mission to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist to support the Dean of Research by coordinating various programs and projects. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, significant administrative experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Salary

Base: $55,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • coordinate programs and projects
  • prepare operational reports
  • manage day-to-day calendar
  • coordinate travel arrangements
  • maintain comprehensive records
  • organize meetings and catering
  • write and edit emails

Nice-to-have

  • work with culturally diverse employees
  • service-oriented mindset
  • strong ethical standards
  • act as a gatekeeper

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years high level office experience
  • 2 years collecting data
  • Proficient in Workday, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Experience improving process productivity

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