iPERT Grants-Funded Life Sciences Program Coordinator

Georgia Southern University; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University is seeking a Life Sciences Research Program Coordinator for the iPERT program in Savannah. The role supports a NIH-funded project training faculty in a fungal-focused undergraduate curriculum.

The position is time-limited and sponsored, with responsibilities including coordinating meetings, recruiting trainees, managing budgets, and developing the program's online presence to engage students and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Science lab experience (in research or course setting).
• Master's Degree in Biological Sciences or related field by start of the position.

Responsibilities

• Work with the program's director to facilitate communication between program leadership and trainees.
• Organize and run all virtual meetings of trainees.
• Assist in the recruitment of trainees.
• Assist in budget planning and tracking, monitoring expenses, review budget reports, and provide insights to support cost-effective decision-making.
• Prepare and ship laboratory kits to trainees.
• Assist with the development and oversight of the program's website and social media accounts to engage the target audience.
• Collaborate with web designers or developers as needed to enhance website functionality and aesthetics.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Master's degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Georgia Southern University is seeking a Life Sciences Research Program Coordinator for the iPERT program in Savannah. The role supports a NIH-funded project training faculty in a fungal-focused undergraduate curriculum.

The position is time-limited and sponsored, with responsibilities including coordinating meetings, recruiting trainees, managing budgets, and developing the program's online presence to engage students and partners.