Job Title

Special Program Aid (Program Specialist)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Research & Sponsored Projects

Proposed Minimum Salary

$16.50 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Job Summary

The Special Program Aide (Program Specialist) will coordinate program operations with STEM students, coordinate student research conference participation, manage data related to student progress in grant-related mini-studies, provide guidance on research compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for TAMIU LSAMP students ' compliance with responsible conduct of research practices.

• Maintain records on all students involved in mini-studies and monitor progress and compliance of all students.

• Assist in recruitment of students to research conferences and assist in the development and operations of the local conferences at TAMIU.

• Coordinate TAMIU LSAMP student participation in external research conferences by facilitating research assistance (i.e. printing professional posters, travel logistics, preparation of students) .

• Create monthly progress reports on TAMIU LSAMP's progress on each initiative, with special attention on assessing program goals such as student retention, student research development, and long-term evaluation of the program.

• Work with external evaluators from the T AMU System LSAMP team to provide quality data as needed.

• Meet regularly with Pl and Co-PI for staff meetings, training, and workshops.

• Serve as primary liaison and coordinate matters related to student research compliance with TAMIU Research Compliance Staff.

• Complete assigned on-line trainings within specified time frame.

• Develop, organize and present training modules for student research compliance.

  Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree

• Some experience in Research/Creative Activity.

• May not be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience presenting at Research Conferences.

• Some formal training (such as CITI Certification) in Research Compliance/Responsible Conduct of Research.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer literate and skills with basic data management.

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

• Ability to assess program operations and advise PI and Co-PI on appropriate strategies for accomplishing program goals.

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with university students and staff.

• Ability to organize events and coordinate student participation.

• Ability to work effectively in developing research/creative projects.

• Ability to speak in front of large groups.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Other Requirements

• Must be available to work on a flexible schedule. Some events are nights/weekends.

• May be required to travel with students to conferences such as Pathways for up to 3 days, once or twice per year.

• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

• Must have excellent references from academic or professional members of a university or other agency.

• Completed employment application must include resume, legible copies of transcripts, letter of interest and a list of 3-5 references.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files.

Be sure to include:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• At least 3 professional references and their full contact information, and

• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community.

TAMIU provides over 7000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines.

TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities.

Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (956) 326-2360.

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