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
Prepare operational reports
Manage day-to-day calendar
** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant responsible for coordinating research programs and providing administrative support to the Dean of Research. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, experience in high-level office work, and proficiency in administrative software, particularly Workday. **

Job Summary

  • Coordinating programs and projects for the Dean of Research/Associate Research Director, including assisting in grant evaluations and improving research policies.
  • Managing the Dean of Research's calendar, coordinating travel, organizing meetings, and preparing communications, while maintaining discretion with sensitive information.
  • Assisting faculty with preparing student researchers for symposiums and coordinating administrative duties for USDA/APHIS - Ag Discovery Programs.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant responsible for coordinating research programs and providing administrative support to the Dean of Research. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, experience in high-level office work, and proficiency in administrative software, particularly Workday. **

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
  • workday operating system proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • strong ethical standards
  • service-oriented mindset
  • relate to culturally diverse employees

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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