Program Specialist

The Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) is a premiere vaccinology research center that aims to promote health and equity by defeating infectious diseases through conduct of multi-disciplinary, innovative vaccine and infectious disease research to improve lives locally and globally. The CVD Seeks to hire a Program Specialist to join their Malaria Research Program team. The Program Specialist will assist with administrative and programmatic duties for an NIH-supported Vaccinology Training Program. Benefits: Exempt Regular * UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along withadditional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. * *Primary Duties: * Assist with the daily operations of the Integrated Training Program in Vaccinology (ITP-VAX) and Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD). * Interact with students, faculty, staff, and outside/community agencies in facilitating program objectives. Serve as a primary contact to resolve questions and make decisions related to the program. * Develop and schedule program work plan in accordance with specifications and funding requirements; organize and track program activities to ensure tasks are completed as expected. * Manage the ITP-VAX application process and work with faculty mentors to identify suitable candidates for the program. * Develop written products for program such as training materials, website content, and reporting, schedule meetings between trainees and mentors, and serve as a liaison between trainees and faculty. * Monitor and track program expenses against budget. Prepare financial reports to make recommendations on the use of funds. * Assist with grant submissions to diverse funders, including the development of budgets and other study documents. * Oversee procurement of supplies and services for program. * Provide routine and non-routine technical advice, problem solving assistance, and provide administrative support such as scheduling, preparing travel requests, and expense reports. * Recommend resources for the improvement of the university, department, and program. * Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings or conferences, and coordinate logistics. * Perform other administrative duties, as necessary. Education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: Two (2) years administrative or program coordination experience. Other: Related experience to program may be substituted for education. Ability to prepare financial statements and budgets. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. Hiring Range: $58,000 - $68,000 (Commensurate with education and experience) * UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Talent Recruitment department atHRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. For more information, follow this linkUMB Notice of Non-Discrimination. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff *Organization: School of Medicine *Title: *Program Specialist Location: null Requisition ID: 240001T0