Job Description

The Program Coordinator provides support to multiple teams of faculty in their multi-year pursuit of large externally funded center and program grants. The Program Coordinator is responsible for providing project coordination support for large, complex and diverse project portfolios, and ensuring timely execution of planning efforts with regard to schedules and project objectives. Project execution includes tracking, facilitating, and adjustment of schedules, tasks, and resources to ensure attainment of project goals and resolution of issues that impede project success.

Required Qualifications

-Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business-related field, or related relevant discipline or equivalent experience
-Demonstrated project coordination and management skills
-Strong computer skills using programs and platforms such as Microsoft Office, project management tools, meeting scheduling tools, and willingness to gain skills with website content management systems
-Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and customer/client service skills
-Strong ability to multitask and prioritize actions

Preferred Qualifications

-Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups, industries, or disciplines
-Prior event planning experience
-Experience with purchasing or travel systems
-Experience in sponsored research proposal development

Pay Band

4

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Review Date

January 4, 2024

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.