Research, Proposal, and Reporting Coordinator

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science seeks a Research, Proposal, and Reporting Coordinator for the Maryland Sea Grant program. This role involves supporting research competitions, coordinating proposal development, and managing project reporting. Candidates should have a PhD, strong analytical skills, and experience in grants management or research coordination. This is a one-year contractual position, with the ability to work both in-person and virtually.
Job Description Summary & Additional Information Maryland Sea Grant (MDSG) invites applications for a Research, Proposal, and Reporting Coordinator to join a dynamic team advancing coastal and marine science across them Chesapeake and Coastal Bays. This position is ideal for a highly organized, intellectually curious professional who is interested in shaping, supporting, and managing impactful research
programs.



In this role, you will work at the intersection of science and strategy—supporting research competitions, coordinating proposal development and submission, and managing project reporting to ensure the success and integrity of our research portfolio. Other duties may include Maryland Sea Grant research workshops and assisting in strategic planning and program reporting efforts. You will report to the MDSG senior program manager and assist the Director of Maryland Sea Grant with the MDSG research portfolio.


We are especially interested in candidates with a terminal degree (PhD) who are looking to apply their research training in a broader programmatic or administrative context. Experience in proposal development, grants management, or research coordination is highly valued, but we welcome applicants from varied backgrounds who bring rigor, adaptability, and a service-
oriented mindset. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to clear, process-driven work are essential. Just as important is a genuine curiosity about science and the ability to learn quickly across diverse topic areas.
This is a one-year contractual position.


Expertise
Sea Grant’s focus areas include Healthy Coastal Ecosystems; Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture; Resilient Communities and Economies; and Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development. Specialized training or experience in coastal, marine, estuarine or environmental science to support grants management in these areas is required. Additional expertise with federal proposal solicitation and review, grants writing or management, and professional development programming is preferred.


Required Qualifications: A PhD is required, preferably in a field related to marine or coastal science.


Preferred Qualifications: Applicants must have strong writing, research and communication skills, and a strong working knowledge of MS Office, AI tools, and database management software. Attention to detail and a solid understanding and experience with program management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with teams of researchers and administrators. Interest or experience in developing and monitoring grant budgets. Working knowledge of federal grants rules and regulations. Familiarity with university administrative, research and/or sponsored programs applications.


Location: UMCES - Maryland Sea Grant College Program. Job will be physically located in College Park, MD. Ability to work in person and virtually is required.


Salary: This is an exempt C2, temporary one-year contractual appointment with the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. Salary range is $60-70K, depending on experience. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.



Required Materials: Cover letter, resume, list of three references



Best Consideration Date: July 10, 2026. The position is expected to begin in September 2026.



Open Until Filled: yes







Minimum QualificationsEducation: PhD is required; preferably in a field related to marine or coastal science.

Experience:

Other: Strong analytical skills, attention to details, commitment to clear process-driven work, ability to learn quickly across diverse topic areas.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Strong writing, research and communication skills.
Strong working knowledge of MS Office, AI tools, and database management software.
Attention to detail and a solid understanding and experience with program management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with teams of researchers and administrators.







DepartmentUMCES-Sea Grant College







Worker Sub-TypeStaff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)





Salary Range$60,000 to $70,000





EEO StatementThe University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Center’s policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, Center Administration, 2020 Horns Point Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613.


Skills:
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Budget Management, Communication Skills, Competitive Research, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Detail Oriented, Ecosystems, Environmental Sciences, Federal Grants, Federal Laws and Regulations, Grant Administration/Management, Grant Writing, Human Resources, Interpersonal Skills, Literacy, Microsoft Office, Oceanography, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Research Administration, Research Grants, Research Skills, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Writing Skills


About the Company:
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science