Research Coordinator - FIBER Community Resilience and Service Programs

Overview

Job No: 538438
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Construction/Design/Planning, Grant or Research Administration
Department:  - DCP-SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
Classification

Title:

Research Coordinator I
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Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor s degree in public administration, education, business management; an allied design field (architecture, planning, construction management, landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The University of Florida s Florida Institute for Built Environment Resilience (FIBER) seeks a Research Coordinator I to support major FIBER initiatives, e.g. Gator Corps (a national service program focused on disaster resilience) and Gulf South Studio (GSS) (a design and education program supporting Gulf community resilience). The position works closely with FIBER leadership on program development, and operational oversight across FIBER initiatives, ensuring compliance, fiscal integrity, and strategic alignment with UF s community-engaged research mission.

• Coordinates the day-to-day operations of FIBER and FIBER-involved programs, including program planning, reporting, and evaluation.
• Coordinates research/project team meetings.
• Assist with fiscal processes and procedures to compliance with UF, state, and federal policies.
• Maintain program data, performance metrics, and reporting systems to assess progress and outcomes.
• Provides guidance to program staff, Ameri Corps members, student employees, and volunteers, coordinates recruitment, onboarding, and training.

• Build and sustain partnerships with UF units, local governments, community organizations, funders and industry including database of community contacts for FIBER programs
• Assist faculty with proposal development and sustainability-related activities by coordinating materials, timelines, and required inputs.

• Assist faculty with implementation of education, research, or service programs (e.g. the Master of Resilient Urban Design Program).
• Support program development, accreditation, and administrative approval processes.
• Support logistical coordination of studios, field trips, workshops, outreach, and other program activities/events.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by FIBER leadership.

Commensurate with experience.

Bachelor s degree in public administration, education, business management; an allied design field (architecture, planning, construction management, landscape architecture); sustainability studies or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Master s degree in community development, allied design field, education, management, or environmental sciences.

• Two or more years of experience managing programs, preferably within Ameri Corps, higher education, or non-profit sectors.
• Demonstrated fiscal management and grant compliance experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills.

This is a time-limited position contingent upon external grant funding.

Candidates are required to submit a Resume, Cover Letter and a list of two professional references.

Level II background check required.

Applications be reviewed beginning Friday, January 23, 2026, position is open until filled.

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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