Research Coordinator I FIBER Community Resilience and Service Programs

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Research Coordinator I
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in public administration education business management; an allied design field (architecture planning construction management landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:	The University of Floridas Florida Institute for Built Environment Resilience (FIBER) seeks a Research Coordinator I to support major FIBER initiatives e.g. GatorCorps (a national service program focused on disaster resilience) and GulfSouth Studio (GSS) (a design and education program supporting Gulf community resilience). The position works closely with FIBER leadership on program development and operational oversight across FIBER initiatives ensuring compliance fiscal integrity and strategic alignment with UFs community-engaged research mission. Internal Organization and Fiscal Support Coordinates the day-to-day operations of FIBER and FIBER-involved programs including program planning reporting and evaluation. Coordinates research/project team meetings. Assist with fiscal processes and procedures to compliance with UF state and federal policies. Maintain program data performance metrics and reporting systems to assess progress and outcomes. Provides guidance to program staff AmeriCorps members student employees and volunteers coordinates recruitment onboarding and training. External Program Liaison Build and sustain partnerships with UF units local governments community organizations funders and industry including database of community contacts for FIBER programs Assist faculty with proposal development and sustainability-related activities by coordinating materials timelines and required inputs. Academic Program Development Assist faculty with implementation of education research or service programs (e.g. the Master of Resilient Urban Design Program). Support program development accreditation and administrative approval processes. Support logistical coordination of studios field trips workshops outreach and other program activities/events. Perform additional duties as assigned by FIBER leadership.
Expected Salary:	Commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in public administration education business management; an allied design field (architecture planning construction management landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:	Masters degree in community development allied design field education management or environmental sciences. Two or more years of experience managing programs preferably within AmeriCorps higher education or non-profit sectors. Demonstrated fiscal management and grant compliance experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong leadership organization and interpersonal skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	This is a time-limited position contingent upon external grant funding. Candidates are required to submit a Resume Cover Letter and a list of two professional references. Level II background check required. Applications be reviewed beginning Friday January 23 2026 position is open until filled.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

Classification Title:Research Coordinator IClassification Minimum Requirements:Bachelors degree in public administration education business management; an allied design field (architecture planning construction management landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equiva...

Classification Title:	Research Coordinator I
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in public administration education business management; an allied design field (architecture planning construction management landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:	The University of Floridas Florida Institute for Built Environment Resilience (FIBER) seeks a Research Coordinator I to support major FIBER initiatives e.g. GatorCorps (a national service program focused on disaster resilience) and GulfSouth Studio (GSS) (a design and education program supporting Gulf community resilience). The position works closely with FIBER leadership on program development and operational oversight across FIBER initiatives ensuring compliance fiscal integrity and strategic alignment with UFs community-engaged research mission. Internal Organization and Fiscal Support Coordinates the day-to-day operations of FIBER and FIBER-involved programs including program planning reporting and evaluation. Coordinates research/project team meetings. Assist with fiscal processes and procedures to compliance with UF state and federal policies. Maintain program data performance metrics and reporting systems to assess progress and outcomes. Provides guidance to program staff AmeriCorps members student employees and volunteers coordinates recruitment onboarding and training. External Program Liaison Build and sustain partnerships with UF units local governments community organizations funders and industry including database of community contacts for FIBER programs Assist faculty with proposal development and sustainability-related activities by coordinating materials timelines and required inputs. Academic Program Development Assist faculty with implementation of education research or service programs (e.g. the Master of Resilient Urban Design Program). Support program development accreditation and administrative approval processes. Support logistical coordination of studios field trips workshops outreach and other program activities/events. Perform additional duties as assigned by FIBER leadership.
Expected Salary:	Commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in public administration education business management; an allied design field (architecture planning construction management landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:	Masters degree in community development allied design field education management or environmental sciences. Two or more years of experience managing programs preferably within AmeriCorps higher education or non-profit sectors. Demonstrated fiscal management and grant compliance experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong leadership organization and interpersonal skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	This is a time-limited position contingent upon external grant funding. Candidates are required to submit a Resume Cover Letter and a list of two professional references. Level II background check required. Applications be reviewed beginning Friday January 23 2026 position is open until filled.
Health Assessment Required:	No