Research Program and Events Coordinator

The Research Programs and Events Coordinator will assist a growing team to help find funding opportunities, develop competitive proposals, and build partnerships with federal agencies, national laboratories, the State of Florida and industry. The coordinator runs the internal research programs, from limited-submission competitions to center reporting, and plans the workshops and events that bring researchers and partners together. The coordinator is also the office's main point of contact for faculty.

Responsibilities:

???Run the internal funding and limited-submission competitions, from the call for proposals to review, selection and notification. ???Track research activity, such as proposals, awards and program participation, and prepare reports and briefing materials for the faculty. ???Plan and run research workshops, conferences, lectures and faculty development sessions, including multi-office events. ???Manage each event from start to finish, including budget, venue, speakers, catering, invitations, registration and follow-up. ???Prepare and send announcements about funding opportunities, internal competitions, events and awards, and help streamline and automate them.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:

We are looking for someone who is highly organized, works independently and enjoys working with faculty and partners.

Education:

High School

Experience:

1-4 years

Qualifications:

Experience in research administration, project management or event planning is a strong fit for this role.

Click apply and upload your resume today!

Let's Get To Work!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

???Run the internal funding and limited-submission competitions, from the call for proposals to review, selection and notification.???Track research activity, such as proposals, awards and program participation, and prepare reports and briefing materials for the faculty.???Plan and run research workshops, conferences, lectures and faculty development sessions, including multi-office events.???Manage each event from start to finish, including budget, venue, speakers, catering, invitations, registration and follow-up.???Prepare and send announcements about funding opportunities, internal competitions, events and awards, and help streamline and automate them.

experience 1-4 years

skills We are looking for someone who is highly organized, works independently and enjoys working with faculty and partners.

qualifications

Experience in research administration, project management or event planning is a strong fit for this role.

education High School