Quantum Tech Workforce Development Lead

University of Connecticut; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut, through the QuantumCT Engine, seeks a Workforce Development Coordinator to support development, implementation, and coordination of workforce initiatives across QuantumCT projects at UConn Storrs. This role provides operational, logistical, and administrative support to the Director, coordinating events, recruitment, cohort management, and tracking outcomes.

The NSF Quantum Technologies Engine aims to advance quantum innovation and workforce development, with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Education, a relevant STEM field, or a related field.
• At least three years of professional experience in workforce development, education, training program administration, project management, talent development, or related professional experience.
• At least one of the three years of experience must be in STEM education and workforce development at the postsecondary level.
• Experience developing, implementing, and coordinating educational or workforce development programs.
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and related technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of workforce development programs supporting QuantumCT objectives.
• Design and manage workforce and internship initiatives that provide education, training, upskilling, and professional development opportunities across multiple audiences.
• Maintain and track program plans, timelines, deliverables, and performance measures for workforce development activities.
• Research workforce trends in quantum and emerging industry demands to inform and support program development.
• Coordinate with other NSF Engine Pillar leads to stimulate and engage collaborative workforce development initiatives among project partners and external organizations.
• Facilitate engagement with employers to identify workforce needs, skills gaps, internship opportunities, and career pathways.
• Serve as a liaison between QuantumCT leadership and workforce development stakeholders.
• Coordinate curriculum development activities to ensure educational offerings reflect industry needs and emerging developments in quantum technology.
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment activities within the state of Connecticut to promote workforce development programs and opportunities.
• Represent QuantumCT at meetings, workforce events, and industry engagement activities as assigned.
• Support QuantumCT leadership and staff to facilitate grant proposal development
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written & verbal communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Education, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of Connecticut, through the QuantumCT Engine, seeks a Workforce Development Coordinator to support development, implementation, and coordination of workforce initiatives across QuantumCT projects at UConn Storrs. This role provides operational, logistical, and administrative support to the Director, coordinating events, recruitment, cohort management, and tracking outcomes.

The NSF Quantum Technologies Engine aims to advance quantum innovation and workforce development, with the