Program Coordinator
Brown University
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Job Description:
The Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America (CSREA) is a campus-wide research and programming hub that supports and generates rigorous and accessible scholarship, performance, and art on a broad range of important questions and pressing issues related to race and ethnicity to help build greater understanding and a more just world.
The Program Coordinator will help develop and execute programmatic events and academic initiatives that emphasize the importance of questions of race and race-related topics with emphasis on the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences across the university and with public partners. Projects include but may not be limited to: professional development workshops for faculty and graduate students, working groups, fellows programs, conferences and convenings, speaker series, and various other public engagement endeavors.
The Program Coordinator will collaborate with the Center Manager and Associate Director to determine resource requirements, budget, and deliverables and will provide regular written reports. This position will report directly to the Center Manager.
This is a two-year grant-funded position ending in December 2026, with the possibility of renewal.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills; proven ability to articulate ideas in verbal and written communications
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to work with faculty, staff, and administrators
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic, demonstrated ability working on deadlines
- Ability to manage/juggle many logistical items at one time, for several different events and programs
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to details for planning events
- Flexibility, good judgment, and ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability to handle challenging and complex situations and create thoughtful, informed, and institutionally aligned responses
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently in an organized and productive manner
- Experience using program/project management software including Excel and Google Drive
- Video editing skills are a plus, but not required or necessary
Why Brown?
Brown University is a leading research university that is distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.
Brown University offers flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more. Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2025-02-24
Job Posting Title:
Program Coordinator
Department:
Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America
Grade:
Grade 8
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible
Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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