The Opportunity

The AI Initiative is seeking a collaborative, highly organized, and adaptable Program Manager to support the implementation and day-to-day management of a growing portfolio of AI-related research programs, projects, and community activities across Cornell University.

Working closely with the AI Initiative team, faculty, and administrative partners across the University, the Program Manager will provide project management, administrative, and operational support for internal funding competitions, research community programs, research funding activities, events and other AI Initiative programs.

The primary work location for this position is on the Ithaca, NY, campus with the option to occasionally work remotely. Fully remote work is not available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Coordinating multiple concurrent initiatives and ensuring that activities are effectively planned, communicated, documented, and delivered according to established timelines.
• Developing and maintaining processes and systems that facilitate collaboration, reduce administrative burden on faculty, and enable effective delivery of AI Initiative programs at scale.

• Providing day-to-day project management and administrative coordination for AI Initiative programs, including internal funding competitions, seed grants, compute allocations, Communities of Practice, and other research initiatives.
• Developing and maintaining administrative systems, SOPs, templates, program files, and shared repositories to support consistent program delivery and maintaining program trackers and dashboards.

What We Need

For full consideration, applicants must include both a resume and cover letter with their application.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 3 years to 5 years of full-time work experience in program or project management within a higher education, research, or academic environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master's degree is preferred.

• The successful individual will have an interest in artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, or research and innovation, with a strong commitment to continuous learning;
• Relevant experience in program management, project management, research administration, or higher education administration;
• Experience managing and coordinating multiple complex programs and projects simultaneously, with demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage competing deadlines, and ensure follow-through;
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records;
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and identify and resolve operational issues;
• Experience with budget tracking, financial administration, and/or program reporting.

Rewards and Benefits

• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.
• The position is covered under the ENDOWED benefits program. Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.
• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell
• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell
• Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: Total Rewards | Working at Cornell.

University Job Title:
Project Associate II

Job Family:
Administration

Level:
F

Pay Rate Type:
Salary

Pay Range:
$81,460.00 - $94,669.00

Remote Option Availability:
Onsite

Company:
Endowed

Contact Name:
Brenda Joly

Contact Email:


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