University of Southern California

Project Administrator

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree (or equivalent experience) required, Doctorate preferred.
  • At least 3 years of project administration experience in a relevant field.
  • Strong knowledge of fiscal guidelines and regulations.
  • Proficiency in developing budgets and financial reporting.
  • Experience in training development and assessment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the principal investigator in formulating research objectives.
  • Develop and implement operational policies and procedures for project efficiency.
  • Administer project budgets and monitor financial compliance.
  • Identify funding opportunities and prepare technical proposals.
  • Coordinate public relations strategies and communications for project visibility.
  • Serve as a resource for project information and problem resolution.
  • Stay informed about developments in the field and participate in networking.

Benefits

  • Full-time position located at USC's Los Angeles campus.
  • Opportunity for travel, potentially including weekends.
  • Engagement with a dynamic and impactful street medicine workforce initiative.
  • Collaboration with diverse teams and funding agencies.
  • Possibility of professional growth through networking and associations.
Full Job Description
The Project Administrator position for the USC Street Medicine Workforce Development and Education will support the day to day operations of the Workforce Development and Education team in support of the execution of project objectives related to the development of a robust and sustainable street medicine workforce in California and beyond. Under the direction of the Director of Workforce Development and Education, this position will provide essential administrative and quality assurance support to ensure the smooth operations as it pertains to securing and spending funding, executing deliverables, preparing high level reports, and interfacing with current and future funders. The ideal candidate is a person who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and has the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment with professionalism and excellence.

This is a full-time, position at the Los Angeles, CA campus with a minimum of three days on campus, based on division needs. Travel is an expected component of this position which may, in rare circumstances, include weekends.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Assists a principal investigator with formulating research objectives. Administers and supports team members in planning, organization and scheduling activities to meet objectives.
  • Develops and implements operating policies, procedures and systems to support planned operations. Ensures these are well-documented and communicated to project personnel and/or other parties.
  • Develops and administers project budgets. Authorizes expenditures and monitors account reconciliation and status to ensure compliance with fiscal guidelines and regulations. Prepares the preparation of financial reports as required. Administers ongoing purchasing activities.
  • Develops and administers project-focused training and assesses proficiency or readiness of trainees.
  • Identifies funding sources and opportunities. Authors technical proposals and/or works with researchers to develop project proposals. Interfaces with funding agencies to exchange information regarding project status and to build and maintain rapport to enhance opportunities for additional funding.
  • Plans, develops and implements public relations strategies. Responds to external requests for information. Develops press releases, newsletters, articles and other types of communications pieces. Plans and participates in meetings, discussion groups and other types of events to promote project visibility. Lectures on behalf of the project.
  • Coordinates and/or links project operations with other administrative and research functions on and off campus. Serves as a key resource for project information and resolves problems or questions referred by internal and external sources.
  • Stays informed of developments in the field. Reads pertinent literature, attends meeting and participates in professional associations as appropriate. Establishes an active network of professional contacts. Remains informed of the current status of completed and ongoing research in related areas.


EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum Education: Master's degree, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum
  • Minimum Experience: 3 years/ Combined educatin/experience as substitute for minimum experiences
  • Preferred Education: Doctorate


The annual budgeted salary range for this position is $86,381.13 - $97,634.37.When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Master's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 3 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education and project administration experience in specialized field represented by project.

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About University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university located in Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1880 and is the oldest private research university in California. USC offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in a wide range of fields, including business, law, engineering, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong athletic programs, particularly in football and basketball. USC has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The university has a total enrollment of approximately 47,000 students, including 28,000 undergraduate students.
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