Project Coordinator

$21,000 - $25,000/Yr

University at Buffalo - Buffalo, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

Buffalo, NY

Educational Services

About the position

Prof. Eun-Hye Yoo in the Department of Geography seeks a part-time project coordinator. This position supports and directly reports to the Principal Investigator (PI) of the East side of Buffalo Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Project. The project coordinator will assist the PI in planning, organizing, and executing day-to-day project-related activities including but not limited to: communicating between project collaborators, staff, and participants; organizing on-site and online meetings and events; completing any necessary paperwork, forms, and documents to meet project deadlines; and maintaining all files and records involved with the project. The project coordinator will also support large-scale monitoring efforts including the setup and maintenance of low-cost sensors and data management, and correspondence to requests for project-generated data and software. The day-to-day activities and community engagement support require an emphasis on electronic dissemination/communication tools, such as Zoom, listservs, electronic and in-person communication, among others. Outstanding Benefits Package: Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal, and academic pursuits - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal Investigator in planning, organizing, and executing day-to-day project-related activities.
• Communicate between project collaborators, staff, and participants.
• Organize on-site and online meetings and events.
• Complete necessary paperwork, forms, and documents to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain all files and records involved with the project.
• Support large-scale monitoring efforts including the setup and maintenance of low-cost sensors and data management.
• Correspond to requests for project-generated data and software.
• Engage with the community using electronic dissemination/communication tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of project management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to learn e-communication skills.
• A valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle or demonstrate capacity to meet transportation requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Self-initiative and leadership skills.
• Ability to excel with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience with surveying and air pollution monitoring.
• Strong computer skills, including survey and database management.
• Experience with community engagement and open-source programming.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Retirement plan