Special Program Aid (Research & Development)

Texas A&M University

Laredo (TX)

On-site

USD 16,000 - 23,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is seeking a Special Program Aid to assist with research and development (writing) of grants and degree proposals within the College of Arts & Sciences. The role supports departments, faculty, and collaboration with the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects.

The position is on campus in Laredo, Texas, with a temporary/casual (fixed-term) appointment and a minimum hourly salary of $14.00. Evening hours and a flexible schedule may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Experience: No experience required.
May not be currently enrolled as an undergrad student at Texas A&M International University.

Responsibilities

Assist College of Arts & Sciences, departments and faculty with research and development (writing) of grants and degree proposals.
Collaborate with the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects in researching grant opportunities for external funding (research, equipment/infrastructure, programmatic, scholarships, training and education, degree program offering).
Review assessment reports and program reviews and assist faculty with manuscript submissions.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Special Program Aid (Research & Development)

Proposed Minimum Salary: $14.00 hourly

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Summary

The College of Arts & Sciences is in need of a Special Program Aid that can assist the college, its departments, and faculty with research and development (writing) of grants and degree proposals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the College of Arts & Sciences, and its departments and faculty, with research and development (writing) of grants and degree proposals.
Responsible for working in collaboration with the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects in researching grant opportunities for external funding relating to, but not limited to, research, equipment/infrastructure, programmatic, scholarships, training and education, and degree program offering.
Additional duties include review of assessment reports and program reviews and, assisting faculty with manuscripts submissions.

Minimum Requirement

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Experience: No experience required.
May not be currently enrolled as an undergrad student at Texas A&M International University.

Preferred Requirement

Master’s degree from an accredited university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to interact professionally with university faculty, staff, students, and the general public
Ability and desire to learn new skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a group setting

Physical Requirements

None

Other Requirement

Position requires on campus, face to face interactions.
Position requires maintain a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Position requires a flexible schedule to work evening hours, as necessary.
Position is contingent upon funding/need
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community. TAMIU provides over 9000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in International Business and Criminal Justice. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines. TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities. Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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