Technologies for Ag and Living Systems Initiative Coordinator
Technologies for Ag and Living Systems Initiative Coordinator
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$ 61800 - 89600
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Technologies for Agriculture and Living Systems (TALiS) Initiative is seeking a motivated Coordinator to serve as a facilitator and enabler of faculty efforts to enhance the research portfolio of this active multidisciplinary initiative. The successful candidate will work closely with the College of Agricultural Sciences Office for Research and Graduate Education and the Director of TALiS to provide highlevel research development support and partnership management. This position proactively interfaces and maintains collaborative relationships with individuals at multiple levels of the organization including interactions within Penn State institutes centers and colleges as well as external stakeholders in industry other academic institutions and other related networks.
Responsibilities include:
Providing project management support for multiinvestigator projects in both the pre and postaward stages.
Independent planning initiating organizing and advancing researchrelated activities under the initiative.
Serving as a referral resource for investigators in pursuit of extramural funding; managing internal and external communications on behalf of the institute.
Planning and administering project budgets serving as liaison with college financial offices.
Facilitating meetings and activities that support the advancement of the initiative. Must maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Hybrid work is a possibility with the expectation that work is primarily in person. This is a limited term position funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding.
Qualifications:
Requires a masters degree or higher plus one or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with project management and/or scientific research (in some capacity).
Exemplary interpersonal skills and a genuine appreciation for working with diverse audiences.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders to exchange information resolve issues or concerns and coordinate activities.
Excellent organization skills and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and simultaneous deadlines.
Familiarity with University budget policies and procedures is preferred.
Experience with university licensed software Penn State research tools and databases (Pure SciVal SIMS) Microsoft Sharepoint and Plone is preferred.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$61800.00 $89600.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
