Research Programs Admin & Events Specialist

UCI group; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a Temporary Employment Services administrative professional to support research development and related institutes. The role emphasizes planning events, maintaining web content, data reporting, and efficient operational management on a busy campus.

The position requires strong organization, experience in academic settings, and the ability to work with faculty and leadership. This is a temporary employment opportunity with full-time hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience providing administrative support within a complex office or academic environment.
• Strong organizational and event planning skills with time-sensitive duties and shifting priorities.
• Proficiency with website content updates and data compilation/analysis software (e.g., Excel, CMS platforms).
• Effective written and interpersonal communication skills to interact with faculty, guest speakers, and leadership.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and evaluate research-related events, site visits, and Engineering Center reviews, including agenda setting, venue sourcing, speaker coordination, travel arrangements, and reimbursement processing.
• Maintain and update web content for the Research Development office and the three Engineering+ Institutes to ensure accurate, timely information.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data from multiple sources to maintain departmental records and prepare draft reports.
• Apply organization policies to oversee day-to-day administrative operations and resolve operational issues of moderate scope.

Skills

Administrative support

Event planning

CMS platforms

Data analysis

Written communication

English proficiency

Tools

Excel

CMS platforms

Job description

UC Irvine is seeking a Temporary Employment Services administrative professional to support research development and related institutes. The role emphasizes planning events, maintaining web content, data reporting, and efficient operational management on a busy campus.

The position requires strong organization, experience in academic settings, and the ability to work with faculty and leadership. This is a temporary employment opportunity with full-time hours and comprehensive benefits.