Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the public

Employment Status: Full Time, Regular

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/7/8-10

Salary Range:  $75,000 - $80,000

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008


Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support the operations of the Center for Undergraduate Research (CUR). The Center for Undergraduate Research empowers UDC students to engage in discovery, innovation, and creative scholarship. CUR provides resources, mentorship, and opportunities for students to conduct research alongside faculty and peers, while fostering academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement.

Reporting to the Vice President of Research and Graduate Studies and working closely with the Office of Title III Programs, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing day-to-day activities, coordinating programs and events, supporting faculty-student research initiatives, and ensuring effective communication and reporting. The incumbent will play a key role in connecting students with research opportunities, supporting faculty mentors, coordinating workshops and events, and promoting undergraduate research across the UDC community. This role is central to advancing CUR’s mission of fostering a culture of inquiry, discovery, and faculty-mentored research across all academic disciplines.

About the Center for Undergraduate Research (CUR)

The Center for Undergraduate Research (CUR) at UDC supports student success by fostering faculty-mentored undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity across disciplines. CUR provides resources, training, and opportunities for students to engage in meaningful research experiences that prepare them for graduate education, professional careers, and lifelong learning. CUR empowers UDC students to engage in discovery, innovation, and creative scholarship. CUR provides resources, mentorship, and opportunities for students to conduct

research alongside faculty and peers, while fostering academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Serve as the primary point of contact for students and faculty engaging with CUR.

· Support students in exploring research opportunities, preparing applications, and accessing resources.

· Coordinate undergraduate research programs, workshops, symposia, and events.

· Serve as the primary contact for CUR activities, providing guidance to students, faculty, and campus partners.

· Manage program logistics, calendars, deadlines, and application processes.

· Manage logistics for CUR programming, including scheduling, communication, and outreach.

· Maintain databases of accurate records of participation, project outcomes, and funding allocations.

· Support faculty mentors and students in navigating research opportunities and compliance requirements.

· Collect and analyze data to assess program effectiveness.

· Prepare newsletters, promotional materials, and web content to highlight student and faculty research achievements.

· Assist with Title III reporting, assessment, and grant support for CUR initiatives.

· Represent CUR at campus events and professional meetings as needed.

· Foster an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment for student researchers.

Minimum Job Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in education, administration, project management, or a related field.

· At least 2 years of experience in program coordination, higher education administration, research support, or related professional roles.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

· Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management tools.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment:  This is a sponsored program appointment. The duration of this appointment is subject to grant fund availability.

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Depending upon length of appointment, selectee may or may not be eligible for full benefits such as health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia’s retirement plan (TIAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business,  or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Talent Management only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at (202) 274-5380.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.