Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
$55,000; not specified; not specified py
Not specified
Coordinate programs and projects
Evaluate grantsmanship reviews
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 in coordinating various programs and projects. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant administrative experience, particularly in a high-level office setting

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.
  • The role involves managing the Dean of Research's day-to-day calendar, coordinating travel arrangements, organizing meetings, and providing administrative assistance such as writing and editing emails.
  • The position requires knowledge of Workday, state and federal laws pertaining to administrative/business management, and the ability to train others on Workday operating systems.

Matching Summary

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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 in coordinating various programs and projects. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant administrative experience, particularly in a high-level office setting.

Salary

$55,000; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • coordinate programs and projects
  • evaluate grantsmanship reviews
  • improve research policies
  • prepare operational reports
  • supervise personnel
  • manage day-to-day calendar
  • coordinate MANRRS events

Nice-to-have

  • service-oriented mindset
  • strong ethical standards
  • work with culturally diverse employees
  • maintain discretion with sensitive information

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
  • Experience preparing travel matters
  • Demonstrated experience processing grant charges

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Tailored Resume

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