Xavier University of Louisiana Looking for Director for the Center for Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity Full Time

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for the position of Director for the Center for
Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (CURGO). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position
is filled. 

The Director of the Center for Undergraduate Opportunities (CURGO) provides leadership and strategic vision for the
Center for Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity, including the Ronald McNair Scholars Program.

Essential Duties
and Responsibilities

Provide leadership and supervision to the CURGO Staff

Provide individualized and group mentoring
and advising to students, including assisting with fellowship, research, and graduate school applications

Coordinate student travel
applications for graduate visits and research conferences

Provide oversight for student research mini-grant applications

Plan
and coordinate annual research and graduate school events

 Serve as the Director for Xavier McNair Scholar’s Program
activities, including directing, budgeting, and administering the program’s objectives.

Assist in the assessment, evaluation,
and reporting of CURGO related activities and initiatives

Manage communications through various CURGO and Career Services platform to
students about research and graduate opportunities

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Education, Experience,
and Proficiencies

Earned Master’s Degree

Minimum of three years in a supervisory capacity

Minimum of 3
years creating and coordinating efforts that assist students with preparing for graduate school and careers in research, including
preparation of applications, cover letters, resumes, CVs, personal and research statements

Knowledge of Federal Regulations and TRIO
Programs

Ability to work collegially with students, faculty, staff

Initiative to work independently

Demonstrated ability to partner with various stakeholders to accomplish goals

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. with at least 5 years of research experience

At least 3 years working with economically disadvantaged students in a higher
educational setting

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative
environment 

Excellent oral, written, and communication skills 

Excellent organizational skills 

Sensitivity to the needs and obstacles faced by targeted populations

Physical Requirements

Work is
performed in an office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a white board and
computer. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity,
repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.

Special Requirements

Local and regional travel
required.

Special Instructions

Attach online only your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact
information for three references

Work HoursFull-Time, 40 Hours/Week

Some evenings and weekends required