TES Program & Project Coordinator

Overview

The RFID Lab at Auburn University is accepting applications for multiple TES Program & Project Coordinator positions. These positions support the planning, coordination, and execution of research programs, industry-funded projects, and strategic initiatives within the Lab.

Responsibilities

Program & Project Planning and Coordination

· Manage and coordinate assigned program or project activities to meet established objectives, schedules, procedures, and reporting requirements.

· Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring program plans, project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

· Track progress, identify challenges, and coordinate adjustments to ensure successful execution and continuous improvement.

Research, Data Analysis & Deliverable Development

· Collaborate with Lab leadership and research teams to plan and coordinate research activities, experiments, testing procedures, and laboratory operations.

· Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret data to support research findings, program evaluation, and informed decision-making.

· Coordinate the development and review of reports, presentations, research documentation, and other program or project deliverables.

· Monitor data accuracy, quality standards, and established research protocols and procedures.

Team & Resource Coordination

· Coordinate student team activities, including scheduling, task assignments, onboarding, training, and resource allocation.

· Monitor student team staffing needs to ensure assigned programs and projects are appropriately resourced.

· Facilitate collaboration across Lab teams to support operational efficiency and achievement of objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

· Establish and maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including research teams, industry partners, and Lab leadership.

· Provide updates on program or project progress, timelines, outcomes, and resource needs.

· Support industry engagement, prospective funded research opportunities, laboratory tours, demonstrations, and program-related presentations.

Operational Improvement & Additional Responsibilities

· Identify and implement opportunities to improve workflows, processes, documentation, and overall program or project effectiveness.

· Support Lab initiatives and organizational priorities as assigned.

· Travel for research, field activities, recruiting, industry engagement, and events as necessary.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR two years of relevant experience in program management, project management, research coordination, operations, or a related field.

Desired Qualifications

· Experience in program or project management, research coordination, or technical operations.

· Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, schedules, resources, and deliverables.

· Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Experience with data analysis, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement.

· Experience with RFID, sensor technologies, or emerging technology research preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Critical problem-solving
• Research and data collection
• Process improvement methods
• Professional communication verbal and written
• Attention to detail

Why Work at Auburn?

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time 
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads 
• Assistance with special projects 
• Seasonal work 
• Emergencies 

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