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Senior Coordinator - Research Partnership Relationship
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Position Number: 5734724
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Senior Coordinator - Research Partnership Relationship

Job ID: 12650
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

About the Department - Research Advancement

Research Advancement is committed to supporting UTEP's research efforts by providing strategic services to enhance the university's competitiveness in today's research landscape. Our team, comprised of research developers, evaluation experts, and writers, guides faculty through every step, from identifying funding opportunities to proposal development to garnering collaborative approaches and formative and summative evaluation. We work across all colleges, departments, and units, offering comprehensive services to advance research, innovation, and impact.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Research & Innovation - Research Advancement

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $46,550 annually, commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

Note: This position is temporary and subject to availability of funds.

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Summary: The Research Partnership Relationship Coordinator will support the Assistant Vice President for Research Relations and Strategy (AVP) in managing and cultivating relationships between the university, government agencies, and industry partners. The position will focus on building and maintaining strategic partnerships to advance the university's research priorities, specifically emphasizing Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DoE), and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) collaborations. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of the partnership landscape, and the ability to manage multiple projects and foster lasting relationships.

Essential Functions

Relationship Building: Manage and cultivate relationships with key government officials, faculty members, and industry partners to support the university's research and strategic objectives.

Partnership Development: Assist in identifying and pursuing new opportunities for collaboration, particularly within the DoD, DoE, and related federal agencies.

Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners, ensuring consistent communication and fostering strong relationships between the university and its partners.

Project Coordination: Coordinate efforts across multiple departments to ensure successful execution of partnership projects, ensuring that timelines, deliverables, and expectations are met.

Proposal & Agreement Support: Prepare partnership proposals, agreements, and contracts in compliance with DoD/DoE/DHS processes and university policies.

Legislative Awareness: Stay informed on relevant congressional delegations and legislative developments in areas related to energy, defense, national security, and research funding.

Communication: Facilitate clear and effective communication between internal teams and external partners, ensuring all parties are aligned on goals, expectations, and progress.

Event Planning & Support: Organize and support meetings, events, and workshops designed to enhance collaboration and build relationships between the university and external partners.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

and

Experience:Three years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=12650&PostingSeq=1