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Rutgers University

Program Development Specialist

🇺🇸 Piscataway, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $78K - $115K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ August 6th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Program Development Specialist for the Office of Advanced Research Computing. The role involves leading initiatives to enhance research impact through events, communications, workforce development, and partnerships across the university and national research computing community. The specialist manages outreach, student programs, strategic communications, and collaborates closely with university leadership and external organizations.

Highlights

  • Lead initiatives showcasing research impact, including events and communications campaigns.
  • Develop and manage faculty, student, and workforce development programs in research computing.
  • Collaborate with Rutgers Central Administration and national HPC and cyberinfrastructure organizations.
  • Manage outreach events such as center addresses, exhibitions, and orientations.
  • Oversee student-focused programs like Rutgers Future Scholars and micro-credentialing in HPC.
  • Implement strategic communications and marketing campaigns at OARC.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) required; knowledge of project management software like SmartSheet and graphic design tools like Canva preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in program development, communications, engagement, and outreach.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in program coordination or student program development, preferably in higher education.
  • Salary range: $77,919 to $114,989 with competitive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and employee educational benefits.