Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15421P

Working Title

Research Professional II

Department

Warnell-Research

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

This person will work at a computer

Advertised Salary

60,000

Posting Date

07/13/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

08/15/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Res Associate-Life Science II

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.0

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Research Projects Administrator independently manages the operations, multi-state coordination, and project workflows for a complex regional aquatic conservation program. Collaborating with the Aquatic Framework Coordinator, this position exercises independent decision-making and analytical oversight to lead project tracking, evaluate partner deliverables, manage program documentation, and direct the planning and execution of large-scale technical workshops and trainings. The role functions as a key operational leader, ensuring that multi-unit research activities, program deliverables, and cross-agency communications are strategically executed and aligned with regional conservation priorities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Financial & Procurement Administration: Proficiency in processing financial systems, monitoring and tracking complex multi-account budgets, and managing institutional procurement and compliance frameworks.
• Logistics & Travel Coordination: Proven expertise to independently plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale travel, field excursions, and fleet logistics, including management of university/corporate and rental vehicles.
• Vendor & Contract Management: Demonstrated acumen for managing vendor relationships, coordinating onboarding and fulfillment, and facility review of contracts, sole source justifications, and domestic/international vendor documentation.
• Project & Operational Leadership: Advanced ability to design, establish, and manage complex multi-state project workflows, timelines, and reporting systems with minimal supervision.
• Scientific & Technical Expertise: Specialized understanding of ecological systems, natural resource management, or conservation frameworks, enabling evaluation of partner deliverables, technical data quality control, and scientific reporting.
• Strategic Communication & Collaboration: Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills to direct stakeholder communication, synthesize complex meeting outcomes into actionable program goals, and foster regional collaborations.

Physical Demands

Computer work

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Program & Project Coordination
  • Independently evaluate and manage complex project timelines, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent regional initiatives.
  • Establish, update, and oversee robust project tracking systems, databases, and program documentation frameworks.
  • Lead the oversight and management of partner deliverables, grant reports, and operational contracts to ensure strategic alignment with program objectives and compliance requirements.

Percentage of time

25

Duties/Responsibilities

• Workshops, Trainings, and Events
  • Direct the comprehensive planning, strategic coordination, and execution of professional workshops, technical trainings, steering committee meetings, and field-based partner events.
  • Manage full-scale event logistics, including the development of program materials, registration structures, participant communications, and strategic follow-up deliverables.
  • Negotiate and interface with external venues, agency speakers, and multi-state partners to lead highly successful collaborative events.

Percentage of time

25

Duties/Responsibilities

• Additional Research Responsibilities
  • Manage high-level budget tracking, analyze expenditures, and oversee financial documentation across multiple funding sources in coordination with financial administrative units.
  • Establish and enforce data management protocols to ensure rigorous organization, compliance, and quality control of program data, regional models, and collaborative outputs.
  • Execute other advanced operational and professional research management tasks as required to advance program initiatives.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Program Administration Management
  • Manage day-to-day administrative operations and institutional workflows for the regional program, collaborating with leadership to ensure operational continuity.
  • Design, organize, and maintain secure program files, digital assets, and shared resource repositories for internal and external collaborators.
  • Direct cross-functional scheduling and high-level calendar coordination for complex program activities involving multiple agencies and states.
  • Synthesize technical content to develop formal meeting agendas, professional summaries, and strategic action-item tracking matrices

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

• Strategic Communication & Coordination
  • Author, edit, and format professional technical reports, program correspondence, executive summaries, and formal research briefs.
  • Direct and manage communication networks across internal university staff, state and federal agency personnel, and NGO collaborators.
  • Develop, evaluate, and update comprehensive onboarding frameworks, resource guides, and internal workflows for incoming staff and research collaborators.

Percentage of time

15

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Nate Nibbelink

Recruitment Contact Email

nate2@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. List of References with Contact Information
4. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation