Earth System Science Programs Coordinator

umd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park's Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center (ESSIC) seeks a Faculty Specialist to support the Center Executive Management team with program development, project delivery and operations.

Reporting to the ESSIC Director, the role coordinates governance, sponsor activities (NASA/NOAA), and preparation of proposals, with emphasis on policy interpretation, data analysis, and discreet handling of sensitive information.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holder or applicant from a non-designated country due to Government facilities restrictions.
• Minimum of three years of program management or administrative experience in research and higher education.
• Knowledge of ESSIC’s main activity areas and its mode of operation is an advantage.
• Experience coordinating large, multi-institutional grant proposal activities.
• Familiarity with UMD's Office of Research Administration policies would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program development, project delivery and departmental operations.
• Coordinate ESSIC governance structures and reporting.
• Serve as liaison for sponsor-related activities (NASA/NOAA).
• Coordinate events and initiatives for ESSIC.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office

Independent judgment

Policy development

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural sciences

Master's degree in ESSIC-relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Maryland, College Park's Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center (ESSIC) seeks a Faculty Specialist to support the Center Executive Management team with program development, project delivery and operations.

Reporting to the ESSIC Director, the role coordinates governance, sponsor activities (NASA/NOAA), and preparation of proposals, with emphasis on policy interpretation, data analysis, and discreet handling of sensitive information.