American University
TRAC Training Program Assistant (Student)
American University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students. The Translating Research into Action Center (TRAC) at American University is strengthening the university's institutional capacity to support research translation for societal and economic impact through research, training, and support - financial and operational - for faculty and students. The goal is to make academic research not just a theoretical pursuit but a catalyst for positive, tangible growth in society. Currently, TRAC is developing research translation training programs for AU faculty, post-doctoral students, PhD students, and undergraduates that will enhance their ability to conduct research translation effectively. To that end, the office is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable student to support the planning, coordination, and execution of research translation training activities. Responsibilities: Schedule and attend recurring check-in meetings with Professor Jordan Tama, who leads the training program. Send out event invitations, manage RSVP tracking, and send reminders/follow-ups. Liaise with campus and external partners to implement joint events. Reserve campus rooms, A/V, and manage space logistics. Order catering and manage delivery/set-up. Provide on-site, day-off support including event space set-up (where required), welcoming speakers and guests, facilitating check-in process, and troubleshooting logistics. Coordinate post-event follow-up tasks such as sending surveys and compiling attendance lists and uploading them to our internal engagement tracking system. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Part-time. Salary Range:
$17.95 - $22/hour. Required Education and Experience: Experience coordinating events. Preferred Education and Experience:
Strong interpersonal skills will be essential as this role involves interacting with faculty, staff, and students across the university as well as with our external collaborators. For more information on TRAC, please visit American University TRAC. Other Details: This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit American University HR for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
This position is available only to enrolled American University students. The Translating Research into Action Center (TRAC) at American University is strengthening the university's institutional capacity to support research translation for societal and economic impact through research, training, and support - financial and operational - for faculty and students. The goal is to make academic research not just a theoretical pursuit but a catalyst for positive, tangible growth in society. Currently, TRAC is developing research translation training programs for AU faculty, post-doctoral students, PhD students, and undergraduates that will enhance their ability to conduct research translation effectively. To that end, the office is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable student to support the planning, coordination, and execution of research translation training activities. Responsibilities: Schedule and attend recurring check-in meetings with Professor Jordan Tama, who leads the training program. Send out event invitations, manage RSVP tracking, and send reminders/follow-ups. Liaise with campus and external partners to implement joint events. Reserve campus rooms, A/V, and manage space logistics. Order catering and manage delivery/set-up. Provide on-site, day-off support including event space set-up (where required), welcoming speakers and guests, facilitating check-in process, and troubleshooting logistics. Coordinate post-event follow-up tasks such as sending surveys and compiling attendance lists and uploading them to our internal engagement tracking system. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Part-time. Salary Range:
$17.95 - $22/hour. Required Education and Experience: Experience coordinating events. Preferred Education and Experience:
Strong interpersonal skills will be essential as this role involves interacting with faculty, staff, and students across the university as well as with our external collaborators. For more information on TRAC, please visit American University TRAC. Other Details: This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit American University HR for additional information about American University employment and benefits.