Research Program Administrative Coordinator

This is an in-person position. Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day plus a one-hour lunch.

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Chemistry Department is one of the largest and most complex departments in the College of Arts and Sciences. There are 50 faculty members, 44 SHRA and 37 EHRA staff positions, 260 graduate students, 37 postdoctoral research associates, 700 undergraduate majors, and an annual total of approximately 10,000 registrations by all students in classroom and laboratory courses. The Department is housed in five buildings with over 580,000 sq. feet of space. The faculty participate in teaching assignments which involve an average of 200 students per faculty member per semester. The majority of faculty are research active and supervise graduate students working on their Masters or Ph.D. degrees, undergraduate students carrying out independent research and honors programs, research technicians and postdoctoral research associates. Primarily the research is funded by federal and private agencies such as NSF, NIH, Army, Navy, DOE, PRF and involves expenditures of more than nineteen million dollars annually. A total of over thirty-two million dollars from all sources is expended annually in the Department.

The primary purpose of the UNC SERC and CHASE University Program Associate will be to support the Directors of the UNC SERC, Sustainable Energy Research Consortium, (https://serc.web.unc.edu) and the DOE Basic Energy Sciences Hub the Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy ( CHASE) to Liquid Fuels (www.chaseliquidfuels.org) in the Chemistry Department at UNC Chapel Hill with a variety of business activities involved with a major research Center. The role will report directly to the CHASE Deputy Director of Management and the SERC Director, and will work closely with the CHASE Directorate and the CHASE Technical Communications and Intellectual Property Manager.

The role involves high levels of independence, autonomy, decision making, and encompasses a large breadth of tasks and administrative support to two major research Centers, SERC and CHASE. This role oversees communications and logistics for the CHASE and SERC centers, managing internal and external inquiries and ensuring smooth operations for center directors including budget management, event planning, database maintenance, and providing support for DOE reporting, including pre- and post-award. Additionally, this role's support includes calendar management, meeting organization, and facilitating efficient committee functions.

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

High attention to detail.

Strong organizational skills.

Ability to meet deadlines with competing priorities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to develop and manage internal and external communications.

Experience in a high-paced professional office setting is preferred. Prior experience in event management and working at a university or a public agency is preferred. Experience working within a STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) environment and with multidisciplinary teams is preferred.

Not Applicable.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.