Training Grant Coordinator
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Training Grant CoordinatorPosting Numberreq20329DepartmentUAHS Brain ScienceDepartment Website LinkLocationUniversity of Arizona Health SciencesAddressTucson, AZ USAPosition HighlightsDr. Kathleen Rodgers with the Center for Innovation in Brain Science is seeking a dedicated Training Grant Coordinator to oversee the administrative aspects of multiple training grants aimed at enhancing undergraduate access to neuroscience for Native American (NA) and American Indian (AI) students. The initiative addresses the critical need for increased representation of NA/AI individuals in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) workforce, particularly in the realm of aging-related health sciences. Additionally, the role will assist the PI in scheduling courses taught on behalf of another training grant (NIH T32).May be required to work weekend and evening hours when necessary.Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and visioninsurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paidvacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction forthe employee and qualified family members; retirement plans;access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovativework-life programs. For more information about working at theUniversity of Arizona and relocations services, pleaseclickhere .Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage training grant research program through event planning, scheduling, facilitating travel arrangements, and day-to-day oversight.Provide support for a recruitment strategy to reach qualified undergraduate NA/AI students.Create and maintain project management system to track future, current, and past trainee data.Maintain frequent contact with current trainees to ensure compliance with program specific requirements.Assist PI with D2L, course scheduling, classroom reservations, and coordinating course speaker schedules for two training grant related courses.Assist undergraduate students with matriculation and course enrollment.Appoint and maintain NIH funded students in xTrain system.Prepare draft revisions to program specific offer letters based on PI requests.Submit, in coordination with business office, student stipend disbursements, reimbursements, and other trainee financial requirements.Write and assemble progress reporting requirements to be provided to Research Administrator for submission to sponsor.Work with PI to develop and execute new strategies as identified.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to interact professionally and effectively with investigators, sponsors, and cross-functional teams.Proficient with MS office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), MS Windows, audio/video equipment, and online collaboration tools (e.g., Google Docs, Dropbox, D2L).Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.One (1) year of relevant work experience may be required.Preferred QualificationsFLSANon-ExemptFull Time/Part TimeFull TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week40Job FTE1.0Work CalendarFiscalJob CategoryResearchBenefits EligibleYes - Full BenefitsRate of Pay$25.50 - $31.87Compensation Typehourly rateGrade7Compensation GuidanceTheRate of Pay Fieldrepresents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. 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To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Grade Range Minimum$25.5Grade Range Midpoint$31.87Grade Range Maximum$38.25Career Stream and LevelPC1Job FamilyResearch Program AdminJob FunctionResearchType of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)Number of Vacancies1Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for CandidatesLaura Desteiguer | ...@arizona.eduOpen Date8/15/2024Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResume and Cover LetterSpecial Instructions to ApplicantPlease note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.Diversity StatementAt the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. 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