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Program Manager, Science & Research (Biological Science)

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Florida State University
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Tallahassee, FL

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Job Title: Program Manager, Science & Research (Biological Science)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 55042
Department

Biological Science - iDigBio Project

Responsibilities

The Program Manager collaborates with others in the iDigBio project and its stakeholder community to produce deliverables that accomplish iDigBio’s goals and objectives, especially in the area of workforce development for the creation and use of digital data about biodiversity specimens. These deliverables include such things as training workshops, symposia, webinars, white papers, peer-reviewed papers, professional meeting talks and posters, and similar.

Responsibilities include:

  • Discover, develop, and disseminate protocols, best practices, community guidelines, tools, and standards that catalyze excellence in the creation and use of digital data about biodiversity specimens with appropriate collaborators. These protocols and other resources should take full advantage of innovative approaches, such as article intelligence, 3D modeling, citizen science, or other leading-edge developments.
  • Manage the development and delivery of training to the wider scientific community on protocols, best practices, community guidelines, tools, and standards related to the creation and use of digital data about biodiversity specimens with appropriate collaborators. This training should implement best-practice pedagogy for professional development.
  • Assess and report the scientific community's progress toward the creation of digital data about all biodiversity specimens. This evaluation should identify the special needs of the collections (e.g., perhand small collections) that have not been fully engaged in date creation or are well behind the average rate of date creation.
  • Contribute to reporting for the iDigBio project, including quarterly reports to NSF, newsletter articles, blog posts, and internal collaboration reports.
  • Contribute to decision making in iDigBio as a member of the Steering Committee and appropriate iDigBio working groups.
  • Participate in activities of the Institute for Digital Information and Scientific Communication, including such things as reporting and grant proposal writing.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and four years of experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: or a post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)
  • Ability to convey technical information to technical and non-technical users.
  • Knowledge of data analysis techniques and methodology.
  • Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of data collection.
  • Ability to write and/or proofread and edit written word and/or information in various formats.
Contact Info

Dr. Austin Mast, amast@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

Minimum salary will be $57,500; pay will be based on experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is eligible for remote work due to having highly skilled duties.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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Combining traditional strength in the arts and humanities with recognized leadership in the sciences, Florida State University provides unmatched opportunities for students and faculty through challenging academics, cultural discovery and community interaction.

Underlying and supporting the educational experience at Florida State University is the development of new generations of citizen leaders, based on the concepts inscribed in our seal: Vires, Artes, Mores — Strength, Skill and Character.

Epitomized by recently named Rhodes Scholars Garrett Johnson and Myron Rolle — elite athletes and scholars committed to public service — and Joseph O'Shea — a campus and community leader as well as a top scholar — Florida State's 40,000 students are dedicated to academic excellence and providing leadership in our complex world.

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With its impressive breadth of leading graduate, professional and undergraduate programs, Florida State University is a demanding, intellectually stimulating, yet warm and caring environment for students and faculty. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity, Florida State University is a national leader in the number of doctorates awarded to African-American students and in the graduation rate of African-American undergraduates. Its College of Medicine and College of Law are ranked in the nation's Top 10 for Hispanic students.

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