Research Specialist

Responsibilities

The Research Specialist is responsible for the comprehensive administration, reporting, and coordination of federal capacity and competitive research grants for the Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES) within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR). Key responsibilities include:

• Capacity grant management
• NIFA reporting
• Intramural grant administration
• Multistate research coordination
• Faculty support
• Organization of research-related meetings, workshops, and reporting activities

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. from an accredited college or university
• Prior experience working with USDA
• Prior experience with research administration in higher education
• Experience planning and managing meetings and events
• Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Three (3) years of experience in related field

Qualifications

Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Skills and Qualifications

Proven organizational skills, including time managementProject management experienceStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsSelf-sufficiency and the ability to work with minimal supervisionStrong verbal and written communication skillsAttention to detail

Physical Demands

Work is performed in a normal office environment, which includes operating standard office equipment (e.g., computer, keyboard, printer, telephone, etc.) for lengthy periods of time. This position frequently presents information through oral and written communication. Minimal travel to assist with, attend, or manage meetings off-campus.

Additional Job Details

Additional Information: UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of 3 Professional References Best Consideration Date: May 1, 2026 Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Financial Disclosure Required No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website. Department AGNR-AES-Agriculture Experiment Station Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $83,271 - $99,925 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link. Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment. EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net Online Search Firm Managed Recruitment There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm. Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities: Search Firm Managed Vacancies