University of Southern California

Research Program Specialist

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 2 years of relevant experience needed
  • Experience in research program management or coordination is essential
  • Strong data analysis and evaluation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate administrative functions for the research program
  • Assist program leadership with analysis, research, and presentations
  • Manage program deadlines and track projects
  • Support reporting and proposal development processes
  • Contribute to research studies and grant-related activities
  • Collaborate with partners on program dissemination
  • Create written outputs like reports and publications

Benefits

  • Onsite work arrangement three days a week
  • Opportunity to work closely with experienced faculty
  • Engagement in diverse research projects
  • Development of project management skills
  • Access to the University of Southern California's resources and network
Full Job Description
In order for your application to be considered, please attached a cover letter and CV to your employment application.

The Schaeffer Institute is seeking a Research Program Specialist, who will work closely with Professor Genevieve Kanter to plan and manage research program goals. The Research Program Specialist will also assist in the program development and ensuring that deadlines/milestones are met.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Expected to work onsite 3 days per week at University Park Campus in Los Angeles, CA
  • Coordinating administrative functions for the research program, including acting as a point of contact, responding to requests and inquiries, and managing program content. Managing
  • Assisting program leadership and key stakeholders with anaylsis, research, and presentations.
  • Managing program deadlines; coordinating and tracking grants, projects, and timelines to ensure deliverables and milestones are met
  • Supporting reporting and proposal development, including budget tracking, grant submissions, and compliance processes.
  • Coordinating and contributing to research studies, proposals, and grant-related research activities
  • Collaborating with internal and external partners while supporting dissemination of findings and program updates
  • Contributing to written outputs such as reports, blogs, and publications


Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree

Minimum Experience:

2 years of relevant experience

Work Arrangement:

3 days a week, onsite at University Park Campus

Compensation:

The hourly rate range for this position is $40.95 to $46.28 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.

Position is 100% FTE

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 2 years Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Related experience with specialized research and/or programs (e.g., counseling, teaching).
Ability to analyze and evaluate data, and present findings.
Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills, able to problem solve and lead conflict resolutions.
Ability to interpret and apply policies/analyses/trends.



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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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