Project Coordinator

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Project Coordinator.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is a temporary, short-term position to assist the Center for Biotechnology undergraduates with research projects in the laboratory.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assist with achieving program objectives.
• Help the Ph.D. prepare and collect data for the annual program evaluation.
• Collect and process student applications, prepare requisitions, assist with preparing, collecting, and analyze student evaluations, and ensure the smooth and efficient communication and management of the project.
• Organize the annual research day; track student participation in mentoring teams; track student participation with faculty advisors, ensuring proper function of committees.
• Encourage undergraduates to pursue research-quality careers in STEM and biotechnology; help students apply and obtain summer internships; collaborate with the faculty from the higher-education (MS/Ph.D.) in keeping track of the students after they leave FVSU; and write annual reports.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) or similar software.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Computer skills and knowledge of relevant software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials, flexibility, able adapt to changes, strong customer service orientation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong record of advising undergraduate students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2-3 years' experience in Education.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in agriculture/plant biotechnology/botany from an accredited college.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position works with plants, weekend work may be requested. The applicant must be able to work in a climate-controlled office using a computer or laboratory using equipment.

• Travel required - Traveling for research and scientific meetings.
• Evening/night/weekend work - Monday - Friday; occasionally weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The applicant must be able to bend, safely work with undergraduates and provide training as needed and stand, as well as stand for extended periods of time. A valid GA drivers' license and independent reliable transportation is required.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.