CITRIS HIRING Academic Coordinator II

2021-10-12

• Position Title: Academic Coordinator II
• Salary range: $62,614 – $78,926
• Percent time: 100%
• Anticipated start: Immediately
• Position duration: Two-year appointment, renewable up to four years total

• Open date: October 5th, 2021
• Next review date: Thursday, Oct 21, 2021 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
• Final date: Thursday, Sep 22, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for developing, tracking, and reporting core elements of the USDA Sustainable Agricultural Systems project: Securing a Climate Resilient Water Future through Innovation in Measurement, Management, and Markets (SWIM). The coordinator will engage participating institutions, scientists, faculty, students and stakeholders to carry out project objectives. Primary duties include but are not limited to conducting best practices in team science (including collaboration planning), stakeholder engagement, community outreach and extension, project management and communication, as well as project evaluation and reporting. The coordinator will serve as the primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and collaborators, coordinating activities from initiation through close-out.

The coordinator will work with the SWIM investigators to prepare reports, coordinate communication among scientists, interface with stakeholders and research partners, and planning meetings. This position will also work with the project team to write outreach and policy communications, and to develop outreach talks and materials based on research findings. Facilitation of educational objectives will include K-12 outreach, resources for undergraduate instruction, and execution of the Climate Adaptation Science Academy. Communications must be for a variety of audiences, including the general public and press, and be of the highest quality. Facilitation of interdisciplinary collaboration on complex issues at the intersection of emerging science and transboundary policy is expected. Ability to work with a varied project team across multiple organizations and states through virtual engagement, as well as in person visits, is required. The coordinator will develop outreach products based on the SWIM research program, including research summaries, slides for talks, correspondence, and social media posts; as well as maintain content for the SWIM website and work with researchers to be sure intellectual materials are posted in a timely manner. Under direction, coordinator will take responsibility for preparing project reports and communications, assessing project status and needs, and facilitating overall project success.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/SARS-CoV-2_Covid-19. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.)

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of a Masters degree in the social sciences, experience with social, political, and environmental decision making as demonstrated by prior positions and/or work products;
• An understanding of team science approaches with an emphasis in collaboration planning;
• Self-starter able to prioritize and function both independently and collaboratively;
• Demonstrated experience of at least 5 years in a research setting including evidence of excellent organizational skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written and oral presentations;
• Meeting facilitation skills (or strong interpersonal and communication skills and willingness to learn facilitation);
• Experience with developing meeting logistics (securing facilities, travel arrangements, etc.);
• Evidence of research and analytical skills;
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite a must;
• Willingness and availability to travel occasionally; valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic inquiry skills, including policy formulation and evaluation;
• An understanding of USDA funding and reporting priorities;
• Familiarity with Team Science concepts;
• Familiarity with Project Evaluation concepts;
• Familiarity with Project Management concepts and tools

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter

Reference requirements

• 2 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01200
Help contact: soe-deptspecialist@ucmerced.edu

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from all qualified applicants, including women, minorities, veterans, and individual with disabilities, who will enrich the teaching, research and public service missions of the university. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. With 8,500 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence.