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 grantsmanship
Improve research policies
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist to support the Dean of Research, requiring strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills. Ideal candidates should have experience in high-level office work, particularly in academic or research settings, and must be proficient in software such as Workday and Microsoft Office

Job Summary

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

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist to support the Dean of Research, requiring strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills. Ideal candidates should have experience in high-level office work, particularly in academic or research settings, and must be proficient in software such as Workday and Microsoft Office.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • coordinate programs and projects
  • evaluate grantsmanship
  • improve research policies
  • prepare operational reports
  • supervise personnel
  • coordinate travel arrangements
  • maintain comprehensive records
  • manage day-to-day calendar
  • workday operating system
  • knowledge of state and federal laws

Nice-to-have

  • service-oriented mindset
  • strong ethical standards
  • culturally diverse employees
  • assume responsibility under minimum supervision

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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