Hybrid Research Development Coordinator for CABBI Initiatives

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks a capable Academic Professional to coordinate CABBI research communications, administer projects, and support proposal development. Hybrid work may be available depending on unit needs.

Start date is as soon as possible after the close date, with a salary range of $70,000–$80,000. The role requires a Bachelor’s in a biological/chemical/engineering field with 2+ years in project management within academic or private research settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, or engineering discipline.
• Two years of project management experience in an academic or private research environment.
• Master’s degree preferred and beneficial for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CABBI research communications and admin to support objectives.
• Assist interdisciplinary proposal development with timelines and edits to sections.
• Monitor budgets and help prepare annual research budgets and statements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Collaboration with diverse teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological/chemical/engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks a capable Academic Professional to coordinate CABBI research communications, administer projects, and support proposal development. Hybrid work may be available depending on unit needs.

Start date is as soon as possible after the close date, with a salary range of $70,000–$80,000. The role requires a Bachelor’s in a biological/chemical/engineering field with 2+ years in project management within academic or private research settings.