Program Support Generalist

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 30,996 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont seeks a Program Support Generalist to provide essential administrative and programmatic support to the P20 COBRE Grant in Burlington, Vermont. The role includes coordinating weekly seminars, managing databases, and interfacing with faculty and external vendors.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of related experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers a pay range of $22.50-$26.00 per hour and a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience in administrative roles.
• Proficient with multiple software applications.
• Effective writing skills and understanding of biomedical research.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to TGIR faculty and staff.
• Coordinate weekly seminars and research-related symposiums.
• Manage unit travel requests and reimbursements.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Program Support Generalist

Provide administrative and programmatic support to the P20 COBRE Grant (TGIR) within the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (MMG). Coordinate and execute weekly seminars as well as several large infectious disease research-related symposiums or program meetings. Provide administrative support to TGIR faculty and staff including copying, scanning, preparing documents, scheduling meetings and spaces. Maintain program-wide scientific and programmatic documents, templates, and ordering supplies. Interface with internal and external vendors. Maintain databases in support of faculty research and attend regular project meetings. Prepare and disseminate minutes. Maintain electronic document storage. Manage unit travel requests and reimbursements. Maintain TGIR website presence and assist MMG colleagues with media presence and public relations at large. Interface with biomedical investigators, internal and external advisory board members.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor's degree in related field and two to three years' related experience, proficient with many software applications used to support office functions, competent with learning new software and processes. Effective interpersonal communication skills required. Highly self-motivated individual with effective writing and excellent organizational skills required. Fundamental understanding of biomedical research and biologic systems required in communication with biomedical scientists.

Desirable Qualifications

Administrative experience in an academic/research environment highly desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range

$22.50-$26.00/hour

Special Conditions

• A probationary period may be required.
• Contingent on continued funding.
• Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime).
• This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy.
• Background Check required for this position.

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States