Research & ASSERT Project Coordinator, Office for Research (2817)

Research & ASSERT Project Coordinator, Office for Research (2817)
Pocatello - Main
May be eligible for part-time hybrid remote work (1 or 2 days per week)
Priority Date: April 6, 2025

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Research & ASSERT Program Coordinator is a key support position within the Office of Research Development, and contributes to building, enhancing, and supporting a university-wide research culture. Specifically, this position will plan and support activities of ASSERT (Aligning Stakeholders and Structures to Enable Research Transformation), which is a mentoring, training, and research program for faculty supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation.

This position also will assist faculty in seeking and obtaining external sponsorship of their research and provide project-specific support for externally-sponsored research. This position will work independently and in collaboration with internal stakeholders such as staff in the Office for Research, faculty, and students.

Key Responsibilities

ASSERT program (40-50%):
- Assist with developing ASSERT program at ISU
- Coordinate project organization, communication, and event planning
- Schedule presenters, purchase supplies, and assist with presentations
- Track project activities and assist with the development of project evaluation and reports
- General administrative support for project
- Meet with statewide ASSERT coordinators monthly
- Support National Science Foundation (NSF) Track- Award “I-CREWS” workforce activities (attend annual meetings, assist  ISU’s “I-CREWS” co-PI with reporting, coordination, and other duties)

Office of Research Development (50-60%):
Provide project-specific support for externally-sponsored projects, which may include:
- Project organization
- Project tracking
- Project communications
- General administrative support for projects
- Provide research development support, including:
     -Finding funding opportunities
     -Assisting with grant proposal development
     -Coordinating and communicating events targeted to faculty research development
     -General administrative support for research development activities
- Ability to work a regular schedule consistent with the needs of the university is an essential function of this position
- All other reasonable duties as assigned

Success in this position requires the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, strong  organizational skills, and commitment to delivery of superior customer service and professionalism. This is an on-campus position in Pocatello.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (in lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of six years combined education, training, and experience may be considered)
• At least two (2) years experience providing project management, project coordination, and/or administrative support
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to delivery of superior customer service
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a research study coordinator or project coordinator
• Experience conducting research
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects with minimal supervision
• Experience balancing work between multiple teams, projects, or supervisors
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before April 6, 2025. Salary will be between $54,000 - $58,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2440
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Office for Research

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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