Department Contact: Jay Misra, (575) 646-6256, misra@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: The Office of Engineering Research is seeking a Program Manager to provide critical administrative and strategic support for the College of Engineering's research portfolio. This individual will serve as a primary liaison for faculty and staff, overseeing the full lifecycle of research grants and contracts.
Position Details
Position Title: Program Manager
College/Division: Engineering College
Department: 360600-OFFICE OF ENGINEERING RESEARCH
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Office of Engineering Research is seeking an individual who will play a key role in assisting the College of Engineering faculty and staff with their research grants. This position will work closely with research faculty to oversee and manage their grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and effective administration. The role requires collaboration with researchers and administrators across multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 7 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 5 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
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Preferred Qualifications:
Special Certification/Licensure:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.