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Inside Higher Ed · 2 days ago

Project Coordinator (Contingent II - Grant Funded)

Bowie, MD

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$49K/yr - $54K/yr

2+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage grant-funded initiatives within the Computer Science department. The role involves recruiting and supporting project cohorts, coordinating training, managing partnerships, and overseeing grant operations.

Digital MediaEducationHigher EducationJournalismRecruiting

Responsibilities

Recruit & select cohorts: Lead outreach, applications, interviews, selections, and waitlist

Build the project pipeline: Source industry/Startup/faculty AI projects; finalize scopes, timelines, contacts

Match & support teams: Pair students with graduate/industry mentors; run weekly check-ins and monthly cohort meetings

Coordinate training: Track IBM AI for Developers certification, Power Skills sessions, and the Immersion Program

Partner management: Maintain day-to-day communications; run quarterly partner check-ins; resolve issues quickly

Student logistics & support: Schedule, room/tech setup, remote collaboration access; flexible options for commuters/working students

Showcases & events: Plan end-of-semester Project Showcases and employer feedback activities

Data & evaluation: Maintain the project/partner database; collect employer ratings and student surveys; prepare dashboards and summaries

Grant operations: Track budget and burn rate; process participant stipends; handle purchasing, invoices, payroll/timekeeping, and travel per policy; maintain compliance records; prepare inputs for NSF reports and audits

Risk & comms: Monitor milestones and risks; escalate to the Director; keep a clear calendar and regular updates to stakeholders

Qualification

Project coordinationData presentationResearch & analysisMicrosoft 365CRM/databasesVirtual collaboration toolsOrganizationCommunicationCollaborationConfidentiality & compliance