Program Coordinator II

Research Center Coordinator

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program. Applications received by October 20, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established. The Center for Energy Technology supported by the National Science Foundation's Centers for Research Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST) program, seeks a highly qualified Research Center Coordinator. The Coordinator will support the Center's mission of advancing interdisciplinary research, enhancing STEM education, and broadening participation by coordinating research activities, academic programs, and outreach initiatives. The position will be responsible for research coordination, academic program support, outreach and broadening participation, and administrative support. Duties include research coordination, academic program support, outreach and broadening participation, and administrative support, with key responsibilities listed : Research coordination - support interdisciplinary research teams, including scheduling, reporting, and milestone tracking, assist with budget monitoring, grant compliance, and preparation of NSF-required reports, facilitate communication among faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and students. Academic program support - coordinate university-level courses, workshops, and certificate programs aligned with the Center's educational mission, assist faculty with instructional logistics and assessment of academic activities, support professional development initiatives for undergraduate and graduate students. Outreach and broadening participation - develop and implement outreach programs with middle schools, high schools, and community colleges to increase participation of underrepresented groups in STEM, organize campus visits, research experiences, and hands-on demonstrations, build and sustain partnerships with K12 educators and community college faculty. Administrative support - organize Center events, symposia, and meetings, manage Center communications, including newsletters, websites, and public-facing reports, and provide administrative support for faculty, staff, and students as required. Required Qualifications : + BS degree in STEM, communication, education, or related field, + Demonstrated organizational, communication, and program management skills, + Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software, + Ability to manage multiple tasks in a collaborative, diverse research environment. Preferred Qualifications : + Advanced degree in a STEM, communication, or education-related field, + Experience with research administration, higher education programming, or NSF grant management, + Background in STEM outreach, especially with K12 and 2-year college audiences. For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include : + Cover letter addressing qualifications, + Resume + Contact information for 3 professional references. For full consideration application materials must be complete. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying. To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu Why Work at Tech? Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology. In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package which includes : + Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage. + Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour. + 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees + 11 Holidays per year + 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start + Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement. + 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included) + Life and Disability Insurance + Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees + Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program + Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees + Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

• Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility. Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET. Powered by JazzHR