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 (assumed to be on-site based on the nature of the role).
Coordinate programs and projects
Prepare and review operational reports
Manage day-to-day calendar
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Project Program Specialist - Executive Research Assistant to support the Dean of Research and Associate Research Director. This role includes coordinating projects, managing administrative tasks, and supporting grant-related evaluations, requiring a strong organizational and communication skill set

Job Summary

  • Coordinating programs and projects for the Dean of Research/Associate Research Director, including assisting in evaluations of Agricultural Research Office reviews pertaining to grantsmanship.
  • 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 University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing 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 - Executive Research Assistant to support the Dean of Research and Associate Research Director. This role includes coordinating projects, managing administrative tasks, and supporting grant-related evaluations, requiring a strong organizational and communication skill set.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Coordinate programs and projects
  • Prepare and review operational reports
  • Manage day-to-day calendar
  • Maintain comprehensive records
  • Proficient in Workday, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Improve process productivity and documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Work with culturally diverse employees
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Maintain discretion with sensitive information
  • Exhibit strong ethical standards

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years high-level office experience
  • 2 years collecting administrative/statistical data
  • Experience communicating on institutional level
  • Experience preparing travel matters for groups

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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