Program Manager, GLRC STREAM

University at Buffalo; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is seeking a Program Manager for GLRC STREAM within the RENEW Institute to oversee consortium relationships, organize events, administer grant programs, and manage a statewide research internship program. The role supports Great Lakes ecosystem research across 18 NYS universities and involves significant travel.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree (postgraduate preferred) and 3+ years of program management experience; advanced degrees and 5+ years are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; postgraduate preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant program management experience.
• Knowledge of Great Lakes ecosystems or regional environmental topics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with NYS DEC program managers, federal and binational entities, and university administrators.
• Organize and oversee the consortium’s annual conference and workshops, including logistics and agenda development.
• Administer the GLRC small grants program, handling proposals, reviewer coordination, awards, and fund management.
• Oversee statewide research internship program for undergrad/grad students, including application processing and issue resolution.
• Manage recording, dissemination, and archiving of GLRC STREAM content.
• Serve as liaison between researchers receiving seed funding and EarthEd.
• Prepare annual work plans for the consortium.

Skills

Program management

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

The University at Buffalo is hiring a Program Manager for GLRC STREAM within the RENEW Institute. The role involves managing consortium relationships, organizing events, administering grant programs, overseeing a statewide research internship program, and maintaining research content to support Great Lakes ecosystem research across 18 New York State universities.

Highlights

• Manage relationships with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation program managers, federal and binational entities, and university administrators.
• Organize and oversee the consortium’s annual conference and workshops, including logistics and agenda development.
• Administer the GLRC small grants program, handling proposal requests, reviewer coordination, award announcements, and fund management.
• Oversee a statewide research internship program for undergraduate and graduate students, including application processing and issue resolution.
• Manage recording, dissemination, and archiving of GLRC STREAM content from seminars, symposia, and conferences.
• Serve as liaison between consortium researchers receiving seed funding and EarthEd.
• Prepare annual work plans for the consortium.
• Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (postgraduate preferred), 3+ years of relevant program management experience, knowledge of Great Lakes ecosystems, strong interpersonal skills, and willingness to travel.
• Preferred qualifications include advanced degrees, 5+ years of experience, familiarity with NYS research institutes, and strong project management skills with software familiarity.
• Salary range is $90,000 to $95,000, with a 37.5 hour workweek.