Job Summary

Drexel University's Department of Civil, Architectural & Environmental Engineering invites applications for a part-time Research Coordinator to assist in project management, research, field monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and proposal development and administrative duties.

With many governmental and non-governmental partners, the Sustainable Water Resource Engineering (SWRE) Laboratory at Drexel University works on a wide range of projects addressing the challenges of managing water in urban environments, adapting cities to the new challenges presented by climate change, as well as sustainability and resilience in general. The lab’s current focus is on the impacts of extreme precipitation and extreme heat, with extensive background experience in green infrastructure and nature-based solutions. Our work is applied, interdisciplinary, and participatory. We primarily work with communities, utilities, and government agencies in the Northeast US, including Philadelphia, New York, Camden, and others. The lab is situated in the Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering and will be supervised by Dr. Franco Montalto.

Essential Functions

• Support the Lab Manager and the PI in preparing and submitting grant proposals to fund lab activities.
• Support the Lab Manager in the management and analysis of data for research deliverables and reports.
• Facilitate the development of any literature reviews, graphics, maps, and/or visual heuristics needed to support the preparation of proposals, journal articles, presentations, etc.
• Lead supervision of student researchers (e.g., co-ops, STARs, independent study, VIPs, etc).
• Provide as-needed support for the Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities seminar series.
• Lead in-person engagement with community leaders and key stakeholders to co-develop climate adaptation solutions (with virtual support from Lab Manager).
• Provide as-needed support for administrative tasks and operations (e.g., collecting receipts to share with Lab Manager, details for travel requests, etc.).
• Lead mapping and spatial analysis tasks using tools such as ArcGIS and related software. 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree. 
• Minimum of 0-1 year of experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a Master’s degree in civil/environmental engineering, environmental science, climate change adaptation, or other related field OR at least three (3) years of professional work experience.
• Some experience working in a university or laboratory research setting.
• Some experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with grant writing and/or scientific writing for peer-reviewed journal submissions
• Experience using ArcGIS and/or similar mapping tools
• Strong interest in nature-based solutions, water resources, green infrastructure, urban sustainability, climate change adaptation, environmental justice and related fields.
• Excellent organizational, writing, and oral communication skills. Proven ability to be self-directed and independently manage time, budgets, and expectations.
• Experience organizing events and community activities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in order to meet impending deadlines.
• Willing and able to work outside, even in adverse weather conditions.
• Willingness to work in the Greater Philadelphia Area, with occasional trips to New York City and Camden.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
• Lifting demands ≤ 25lbs

Location

• Hybrid/Flexible Work Arrangement

Additional Information
This is a Part-Time Temporary position classified as Non-Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.