Job description
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Research Project Coordinator I
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning
Department
Engn- Ctr Adv Infrastructure
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Project Coordinator I for the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT). The position reports to the Business Manager for the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT), and working independently with broadly defined work objectives of the Center’s programs.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Focus on project management and the oversight of select sponsored projects for from federal, state and local agencies.
- Responsible for executing the subrecipient monitoring processes, confirming that subrecipients performance goals are achieved, and will have authority to take direct actions to make changes to procedures when necessary to ensure compliance.
- Responsible for the budget planning/forecasting, close out, and financial reporting for assigned sponsored projects; and serves as the main point of contact for reconciliations, close-outs, and financial reporting with the Research Financial Services (RFS).
- Expected to bear accountability for the business planning, management and success of the Center’s research programs.
- This position will have robust collaboration and problem-solving skills and will provide seasoned guidance on compliance issues as well as key financial and operational best practices.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Day
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
58867.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
73298.000
Annual Maximum Salary
87729.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general business/contracting principles and practices.
- A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in a financial/accounting/research contracting function.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.
- Strong oral and writing skills
- Ability to operate effectively and efficiently in a self-directed and self- motivated environment
- Ability to prioritize the work of self and others in a dead-line oriented environment
- Attention to detail
- Requires periodic travel within New Jersey to attend meetings.
- Will be conducting on-site reviews of all subcontractors on a periodic basis to ensure compliance.
- Must have strong skills in planning and organizing, information integration, decision-making, and attaining results.
- The ability to research, compile data and formulate reports and deliverables on a consistent and timely basis are critical.
- Must be able to think broadly and conceptually and formulate creative, solutions to complex problems, prioritize workload, and work independently with general supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous interaction with transportation agencies such as NJDOT, FHWA; active participation with related professional organizations (leadership positions); previous interaction with transportation agencies
Equipment Utilized
- All computer software necessary to perform the work duties listed. Office programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
23ST0497
Posting Open Date
02/28/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City
Piscataway
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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