Program Manager, S; cientists; C; hanging; O; ur; P; recollege; E; ducation Instrumentation Analyst

Company Description The University of Toledo is a public research university and academic medical center that has been serving the northwest Ohio community since 1872. The institution is committed to improving the lives of students, patients, employees, and neighbors through innovative academic programs and high-impact research. UToledo offers a safe campus in a vibrant city, with more than 400 student organizations and 16 NCAA Division I Rockets Athletics teams that foster engagement and school spirit.

The university focuses on student success by providing caring faculty, experiential learning opportunities, and support to help learners reach their full potential. UToledo is dedicated to shaping the next generation of individuals who turn bold ideas into action.

Role Description The Program Manager for S(cientists)
C(hanging)
O(ur)
P(recollege)
E(ducation) & Instrumentation Analyst will oversee and coordinate a precollege STEM education initiative based on students remotely accessing sophisticated scientific equipment located at UToledo directly from their classroom. This includes program planning, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement.

The position will also include operation and maintenance of sophisticated research instrumentation, i.e. a Scanning Electron Microscope. Including training and assisting users, minor repair, preparation and analyzing samples for researchers at the university and industrial researchers. Data analysis, coordinating the use of scientific equipment, supporting data collection, and assisting with training and safety protocols for students, postdocs and faculty.

The role also supports grant writing, webpages, budgeting, and the day-to-day operations of the Instrumentation Center.

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Toledo, OH.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as chemistry, biology, other STEM disciplines or related area;
  Master or Ph.D preferred.
• Strong interest in science and STEM education
• Skills in use of sophisticated instrumentation and data analysis, supporting data collection and interpretation.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building abilities with diverse stakeholders such as researchers, students, educators and community partners
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing program needs in an academic environment.
• Experience in program management and coordination, including planning, scheduling, and overseeing multiple projects or initiatives is beneficial
• Experience with grant management, budgeting, or resource allocation for educational or research programs is beneficial.

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