Program Assistant P7

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** Job Title
** Program Assistant P7
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Research
** Department
* * Soil & Crop Sciences
** Proposed Minimum Salary**$14.53 hourly
** Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
** The Program Assistant, under general supervision, provides standard program support.

Responsibilities:35%:
Research project management

This position will assist with the development of grant proposals, coordinate multistate research projects, acquire resources and supplies to various research projects ongoing in the program, and develop and update inventories for seed, herbicides, greenhouse supplies, research instrumentation, and other resources. This person will plan and oversee various project activities to ensure that the goals are met in a timely fashion.
35%:
Administrative support

Assist with various paperwork necessary for hiring personnel, handle email/phone communications delegated by the PI, manage funding accounts, verify and submit receipts, arrange logistics for visitors, organize group meetings, and provide day-to-day administrative support as required by the program
20%:
Research communication

Prepare reports by coordinating with students and staff in the program, assist with the development of videos and other communication media for broader dissemination, and manage and update program website and social media pages
10%:
Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned

Required

Education:

BS in Agriculture or related field

Required Experience:

Previous experience on roles indicated in the job responsibilities section is preferred, but not required

Preferred Education:

MS in Agriculture or related field

Preferred Experience:

Experience with research project management, research communication, administrative assistance, data summary, report preparation, and communication. Background in agricultural research methodology.

Preferred Licenses and

Certifications:

Pesticide Applicator’s License Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office;
Excellent organization skills.

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Database Programs (MS Access, Agrobase, etc);
Video development and editing;
Data analysis;
Research communication using popular media;
Website/social media page maintenance-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Verbal and written communication skills.

Please attach to your completed application:

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Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service.
If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M Agri Life has to offer you.
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