Job Description

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About The College of Arts and Sciences

The College of Arts & Sciences is currently accepting applications for a full time Program Manager, to assist with the operational oversight of the Discovery Amplified initiative, the goal of which is to empower A&S faculty, trainees, and staff to achieve their research and scholarly goals.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Job Overview

With limited supervision, plan, evaluate, conduct, coordinate and/or manage elements of multiple or complex research, education, and service projects in coordination with faculty, staff, and/or trainees. Mentor level 1 or 2 employees. At any time, duties can span a broad range of activities or be primarily focused within one or more areas within the Discovery Amplified scope.

Essential Functions

• Serve as an initial point-of-contact with whom trainees, staff, and faculty can engage for Discovery Amplified services and resources

• Consult with diverse, multidisciplinary teams made up of trainees, staff, and faculty to assist with the operationalization of projects and optimization of partnerships,

• Coordinate and implement Discovery Amplified events for trainees, staff, faculty, and/or community outreach

• Generate communication and outreach materials relevant to Discovery Amplified initiatives

• Develop and manage database(s) for tracking Discovery Amplified performance metrics 

•  Working with the Research Director:

•  Act as a liaison with trainees, staff, and faculty to facilitate new partnerships and build bridges between institution resources and interest groups

• Help trainees, staff, and faculty with the organization and generation of grant application materials

• Partner with institution leadership to develop and distribute policies and procedures outlining best practices for research education and the responsible conduct of research

To ensure the continued success and growth of the unit, participate fully as a vital member of the Discovery Amplified team:

• Attend meetings as assigned

• Complete continuing education and training programs as assigned on continual basis

• Complete other duties as delegated/assigned

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/Certifications

N/A

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of relevant experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Training, certification(s), and/or experience using strategies to create environments to empower a diverse group of end-users, promote psychological safety, and sustain a culture of inclusive excellence

• Experience working directly with individuals from a range of career tracks and perspectives within an academic community, including faculty, undergraduates, graduate students, and/or postdoctoral trainees

• Familiarity with and ability to adapt to multiple academic settings and colleges

• Excellent written communication skills, particularly as it relates to developing outreach and promotion materials

• Experience in collaborating with trainees, faculty, and/or staff in organizing and generating grant application materials

• Skilled in scheduling, event coordination, and logistics planning

• Comfortable working in and facilitating others meeting in virtual, hybrid, and in-person settings

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at .

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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