Program Coordinator Job Listing at Brown University in Providence, RI (Job ID REQ195911)

Description

Job Description:

About Brown:

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.  To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Opportunity:

The Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics (ICERM) is one of six national mathematical sciences institutes predominantly funded by the National Science Foundation. Each year we bring together approximately 1,000 researchers from around the globe to collaborate on challenging topics within and around the computational domain. ICERM is a dynamic, active environment supported and managed by 14 full time professional staff and 9 directors. ICERM is one of several math institutes funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). Launched at Brown University in 2010, the institute's funding has been renewed by the NSF through 2025. Prior to that date the institute will request renewal for another 5-year grant. This stable cycle of repeat funding in 5-year increments is the typical model for successful NSF-funded math institutes.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for providing customized logistical support of an assigned portfolio of research programs; advising and solving individual requirements and issues while staying within university and sponsor funding guidelines (NSF, National Security Agency, private foundations, private donors, etc.), as well as personal budgets; planning and monitoring program timelines; acting as a main point of contact to assigned program stakeholders from the point a program is added to their portfolio; coordinating changes in program schedules; solving potential crises, and ensuring excellent customer service to ICERM internal and external customers.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Associates degree with 3+ years experience or a combination of education and experience

• Conference services experience preferred.

Job Competencies

• Proficient interpersonal communication skills in interacting effectively and diplomatically with local, national, and international participants.

• Ability to work as part of a team to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, administrators, campus personnel, directors, and visiting scholars.

• Strong organizational skills to multitask and handle complex logistics.

• Must be able to multitask and prioritize tasks with a high degree of attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Ability to self-start, pay close attention to detail, and prioritize workload.

• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Salary Grade:

8

Additional Information: 

A background check must be completed prior to employment.

Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter. 

Brown University cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.

This position is largely onsite, but remote work is occasionally possible when in-person sessions are not running.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-06-04

Job Posting Title:

Program Coordinator

Department:

Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.

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