Academic Coordinator Center Taiwan Studies

Academic Coordinator I for the Center for Taiwan Studies

The Center for Taiwan Studies (CTS) at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a half-time Academic Coordinator I position. This is a 12-month fiscal year appointment (non-tenure track). The Academic Coordinator (AC) assists the Center for Taiwan Studies Director in developing and implementing programming consistent with the mission of the Center, including yearly international conferences of scholars whose work relates to Taiwan, and two to three quarterly events, such as movie showings, lectures, cultural events, graduate student forums, etc.

The AC also assists, as needed, with events in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies that include Taiwan in full or as a component. The goal of the programming at CTS is to promote Taiwan Studies and to educate students, scholars, and community members about the culture, literature, history, society, and politics of Taiwan.

The AC performs administrative functions for CTS, serving as a key contact for all visiting speakers, UCSB faculty, staff and students, and the off-campus community. The AC oversees the coordination and implementation of all Center activities and interacts with public speakers and visiting scholars, writers, authors, and other public figures. This includes arranging accommodations, venues, food, technical assistance, logistics, agendas, name cards, posters, and office support.

The AC is also responsible for assisting the Director in implementing research and learning support opportunities for UCSB students and faculty associated with the Center. The AC manages routine communication with faculty and community members; supervises and coordinates visits and events, including receptions for visiting speakers; maintains budget records for the program; coordinates travel and lodging for speakers; supervises student assistants;

maintains the website; and supervises public information materials, such as the quarterly calendar, publications, and interviews with speakers.

The AC analyzes the Center's budget and prepares regular reports for the Center Director regarding the Center's finances. The AC assists with grant writing and reporting, and program analysis. The AC monitors the demographics of program attendance and works with other campus centers and programs to coordinate co-sponsored events and to ensure diversity of participants and audience. The AC assists the Director in writing and editing grant proposals and reports.

The AC edits and designs proceedings, anthologies of Taiwan literature, and other publication projects, including the biannual journal, Taiwan Literature:
English Translation Series. Editorial assistance includes editing, writing, and proofreading for CTS publications, the CTS newsletter, webpages, and flyers for public lectures and cultural events.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application): M.A. in the humanities or social sciences

Additional qualifications (required at time of start):
At least one year of experience working within an academic institution;
At least one year of experience in a position that required administrative and organizational activities;
At least one year of experience designing marketing materials and books in InDesign and Photoshop;
At least two years of experience using Word and Excel for standard administrative duties

Preferred qualifications:

Experience coordinating public events;
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;
Significant editing, writing, and proofreading skills and experience;
Ability to prioritize, conduct, and manage multiple projects;
Ability to oversee and mentor student assistants;
Experience in financial management;
Demonstrated ability to write reports and communications to high-level grant-dispensing institutions;
Familiarity with Taiwan and its culture;
Basic reading and conversation proficiency in Chinese language

Document requirements:
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.;
Cover Letter

Reference requirements: 2-4 required (contact information only)

Applicants must provide contact information for two references. All applicants have the option to provide an additional two references. In total, four references may be provided. A reference check will be performed for the top-ranked candidate following their interview.