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If you have questions about the application process, please refer to the Applicant FAQ's.Posting DetailsPosting Number: 20244216SPosition Title: Assistant Director, Graduate Programs and FellowshipsPosition Type: StaffLocation: Villanova, PARecruitment Type: Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule: full-time/12-monthsDepartment: 165- Office of U/G Research & FellowshipsPosition Summary: The Assistant Director, Graduate Programs and Fellowships (AD) reports to the Director of the Center for Research and Fellowships (CRF) and works closely with the rest of the CRF team.
The AD is Team Lead and contact person for CRF graduate student programs, research funding, and a selection of nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships for graduate education.
The AD is a significant collaborator for the student research publication Veritas: Villanova Research Journal.
The AD assists with application processes, programming, and advising for applicants to graduate research, study, and fellowship opportunities.
The AD also provides support for CRF's portfolio of undergraduate research programs and the Presidential Scholars Program (PSP).Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order.
Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission.
The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.Duties and ResponsibilitiesGraduate ProgramsDevelops and manages a new university-wide, graduate-level summer research funding program modeled after CRF's existing Villanova Undergraduate Research Fellowship (VURF) Program.Leads planning, promotion, and implementation of CRF Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) programming for undergraduate and graduate student researchers.Promotes CRF and external research programs through workshops and information sessions.Maintains professional memberships and attends professional conferences.AdvisingAdvises Villanova students and alumni on applications for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships and graduate programs.Leads outreach, advising, and implementation of application processes for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program, and other national awards.Advises Villanova students on applications for research programs (internal and external).Provides regular professional development consultations for Presidential Scholars.Support of Other CRF ActivitiesAssists with planning, promotion, and implementation of annual Villanova Student Research Symposium.Assists with planning and logistics related to BIG EAST Student Research Symposium (March) and attends the event as a judge.Villanova Undergraduate Research JournalCoordinates Veritas: Villanova Research Journal, Villanova's undergraduate research journal.Manages the administrative component of the online content management system Open Journal Systems (OJS).Leads the development of the journal, production of visuals, and dissemination strategies.Data Analysis & AdministrationManages and updates information on CRF website.Creates surveys and manages data collection and analysis.Budgeting and Financial ManagementAssists with setting of budgetary goals, projecting needs, and tracking outcomes.Performs additional duties and assists with special projects as assigned.Minimum QualificationsFormal EducationMaster's degree required; any discipline considered.Work ExperienceAdvising experience, especially for nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships.Work SkillsSuperlative communication skills, especially in writing and editing.Experience in data collection and analysis.Specific Job KnowledgeKnowledge of student advising principles and procedures.Equipment KnowledgeHighly competent with computer software: Microsoft Office and experience with academic software and content management systems.OtherThe individual must have a deep commitment to the well-being of Villanova University and its students.Preferred QualificationsFormal EducationPhD degree; any discipline considered.Work ExperienceExperience in providing support to students, alumni, faculty, and staff.Event planning and programming experience.Experience managing budgets.Specific Job KnowledgeUnderstanding of student research programs.Equipment KnowledgeKnowledge of customer relationship management software and university administrative platforms preferred.Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work HoursSpecial Message to ApplicantsPosting Date: 11/14/2024Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information: Commensurate with experience.References NeededMinimum Number of References Needed: 3Maximum Number of References Needed: 3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents needed to complete your application:Required DocumentsCover Letter / Letter of InterestResume / Curriculum VitaeOptional DocumentsOther Document #J-18808-Ljbffr