Research Coordinator

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Coordinator for the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park supports PIs through the development, submission, award, execution, and closeout of sponsored projects. This role advises on proposal preparation, expenditures, and applicable terms and regulations, and prepares budgets and sponsor cost proposal forms.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of professional research or proposal development experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of professional research or proposal development experience.
• Additional work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with proposal preparation, development and submission.
• Advise on expenditures and award terms/regulations.
• Prepare proposal budgets and sponsor cost proposal forms.
• Gather information to support proposed costs and complete sponsor cost proposal forms.

Skills

Proposal development

Research administration

Federal grants compliance

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Policy interpretation

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

1 year research experience

Job description

Job Description Summary Organization Summary Statement: The Research Coordinator for the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park works with Principal Investigators (PIs) through the development, submission, award, execution and closeout of sponsored projects. The Coordinator advises faculty on all elements and procedures required for proposal preparation, development and submission and on appropriate expenditures, award specific terms and regulations. The Coordinator also obtains and follows solicitation instructions for the preparation of the proposals and prepares proposal budgets, gathers information to support the proposed costs and completes all required sponsor cost proposal forms. The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.

Physical Demands

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must be able to traverse to other buildings and departments on campus. Repetitive motion in arms/hands/fingers. Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers plus visual acuity for computer use and extensive reading. May sit in front of computer monitor for extended periods of time.

Licenses/ Certifications

N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: One (1) year of professional research or proposal development experience.
• Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of research administration procedures and proposal development.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and OMB Circulars A-21, A-110, and A-133.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume and References

Best Consideration Date: 10/15/2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required Yes For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department Engr-Mechanical Engineering Worker Sub-Type Staff

Regular Salary Range $67,440 - $75,000 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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