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P/T Research Office Support Specialist
St. George, UT
| Type: | Adjunct/Part-Time |
| Posted: | 02/25/2026 |
| Salary: | $15 - $17 per hour |
Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly
Location: St. George 84770, UT
Job Type: Part-Time Staff
Job Number: 26HRL999-43
Division: College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Department: Mathematics
Opening Date: 02/23/2026
Position Announcement
The Research Office Support Specialist provides administrative and operational support to the University Research Office. This position assists with daily office functions, research program logistics, event coordination, and administrative processes that support research and creative activities across campus. The position reports to the Director of the Research Office and works closely with the Director and Assistant Director of the Research Office in collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to support research operations. This is a three year position.
Responsibilities
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Part-time hourly staff position (up to 29 hours per week) Hourly rate of $15.00-$17.00/hr, depending on experience. This is a three year position ending in 2029. Free access to Employee Assistance Program thru Blomquist-Hale and HPC Fitness Center/Recreation facilities; see https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/newemployee/getting-started/new-trailblazers/for list of part-time staff employee benefits. Desired start date of spring 2026.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please submit the following application materials electronically: a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All requested documents must be uploaded at the time of application submission.
Application review will begin March 8, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis thereafter until the position has been filled.
If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life." and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.
Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university.
Utah Tech employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must provide employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Utah Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@utahtech.eduor 435-652-7500.
Utah Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/reporting-discrimination/.
For important information regarding academics, campus safety, student services, employment laws, and other regulatory requirements, visit Utah Tech University's Right-to-Know https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/and Clery Act https://police.utahtech.edu/clery-actwebsites.
Benefits
Utah Tech University offers a variety of miscellaneous benefits and discounts to employees, both for use on-campus and off-campus. No other benefits are offered for this position.
Location: St. George 84770, UT
Job Type: Part-Time Staff
Job Number: 26HRL999-43
Division: College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Department: Mathematics
Opening Date: 02/23/2026
Position Announcement
The Research Office Support Specialist provides administrative and operational support to the University Research Office. This position assists with daily office functions, research program logistics, event coordination, and administrative processes that support research and creative activities across campus. The position reports to the Director of the Research Office and works closely with the Director and Assistant Director of the Research Office in collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to support research operations. This is a three year position.
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing physical and electronic timekeeping procedures for student research assistants.
- Support tracking and reconciliation of Research Office budgets, including faculty research grants and related accounts.
- Assist with processing pre-authorizations, reimbursements, and expense documentation in compliance with university policies and procedures.
- Provide logistical support for Research Office events, including the annual UT SPARK Forum and the Utah Tech University Research Symposium.
- Assist with registration and travel coordination for faculty and students attending the UCUR conference.
- Provide administrative support for Research Office meetings, including scheduling and preparation assistance.
- Prepare and distribute campus-wide announcements and communications related to research initiatives and events.
- Assist with communication and onboarding processes for faculty research grant awardees and their research assistants.
- Support administrative tasks associated with internal research programs and funding competitions.
- Maintain organized and accurate records, files, and documentation related to Research Office operations.
- Assist with preparation and logistics for workshops, conferences, and research-related activities.
- Provide administrative support for research compliance processes (e.g., IRB, IACUC, and Biosafety) as directed.
- Assist in preparing newsletters, promotional materials, and research communications.
- Support updates to Research Office websites and communication platforms.
- Assist with scheduling and coordination of meetings involving Research Office personnel and stakeholders.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree or higher preferred.
- One to two years of administrative or office support experience preferred; experience in higher education is desirable.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Basic knowledge of budgeting and record-keeping practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn institutional software systems.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professional working relationships.
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Part-time hourly staff position (up to 29 hours per week) Hourly rate of $15.00-$17.00/hr, depending on experience. This is a three year position ending in 2029. Free access to Employee Assistance Program thru Blomquist-Hale and HPC Fitness Center/Recreation facilities; see https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/newemployee/getting-started/new-trailblazers/for list of part-time staff employee benefits. Desired start date of spring 2026.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please submit the following application materials electronically: a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All requested documents must be uploaded at the time of application submission.
Application review will begin March 8, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis thereafter until the position has been filled.
If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life." and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.
Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university.
Utah Tech employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must provide employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Utah Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@utahtech.eduor 435-652-7500.
Utah Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/reporting-discrimination/.
For important information regarding academics, campus safety, student services, employment laws, and other regulatory requirements, visit Utah Tech University's Right-to-Know https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/and Clery Act https://police.utahtech.edu/clery-actwebsites.
Benefits
Utah Tech University offers a variety of miscellaneous benefits and discounts to employees, both for use on-campus and off-campus. No other benefits are offered for this position.
