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Part time - Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Programs Coordinator

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
May 12, 2025
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  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of Engineering Student Research office provides opportunities for students to become involved in research or academically focused enrichment programs. In the summer, our office supports multiple undergraduate research programs that include over 75 students. The research experience empowers students to better conceptualize course material in the classroom and determine areas of interest and to explore career paths. Students work with a faculty member and their team to understand and solve real-world problems. In addition, our office provides professional development and community building programming to enhance the overall student research experience.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Plan and oversee all professional development and academic support activities

  • Coordinate student community programming

  • Hold office hours to meet with program participants

  • Provide direction for undergraduate participants

  • Develop collaborative working relationships with Faculty Mentors

  • Assist program administrators with tasks as needed

Qualifications:

  • Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and be enrolled in a graduate degree program (preferably in Education, but not required).

  • Knowledgeable about resources on campus (both academic and social).

  • Knowledgeable about or experience working with undergraduate students.

  • Understanding of collaborative projects and the ability to encourage group work.

  • Possess student development event / programming skills.

  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

  • Sharp organizational skills.

  • Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

  • Ability to maintain professionalism and act as a role model for students.

Please note: this is a limited summer position for graduate students with an anticipated start date of May 16 through August 6. Hours for the position vary based upon the needs of the program, including some weekend or evening hours. The number of hours per week will depend on the successful candidates availability and up to 40 hours per week.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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