Education & Workforce Development Coordinator - Engineering | Washington University in St. Louis - Military Veterans

Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary The Education & Workforce Development Coordinator will play a pivotal role in coordinating educational and workforce training programs within the NSF-funded CURB Engineering Research Center (ERC). This position prefers a PhD in Engineering or Education, with expertise in biomanufacturing or a closely related field. The Coordinator will be responsible for developing, facilitating, and delivering CURB-related educational programs and ensuring that all Engineering Workforce Development initiatives align with workforce needs and industry standards. This role involves collaborating with industry partners, academic institutions, and internal teams to advance the CURB mission of workforce development in electro-biomanufacturing. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Program Development & Delivery Lead the Course Development Working Group and the creation of education programs focused on electro-biomanufacturing. Collaborate with faculty to design interdisciplinary courses for undergraduate and graduate education that incorporate emerging trends in biomanufacturing and electro-biomanufacturing. Develop training modules, hands-on workshops, and bootcamps that align with industry demands and prepare students and industrial trainees for careers in electro-biomanufacturing. Adapt existing coursework from National Center for Therapeutics Manufacturing (NCTM) at TAMU, and the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL)for CURBs training purposes. Facilitate industry involvement in course delivery and professional development for students. Manage partnerships with existing dual degree programs or articulation agreements to offer seamless education pathways. Program coordination of other education and workforce development activities that are part of CURB. Develop and implement new educational and workforce development grants for CURB, including the supplementary REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates), RET (Research Experiences for Teachers), and workforce development funding. Help to develop other supplementary funding for research centers when such opportunities arise. These could include broad impact, international engagement and such, benefiting a broader community. Serve as the main instructor for the Workforce development courses. Team Effectiveness and Workplace Excellence Ensure EWD activities meet the milestones and key performance indicators as laid out in the strategic plan and CURB proposal. Develop and manage programs that support workforce engagement, professional growth, and retention for students and early-career professionals. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance workplace effectiveness and optimize team collaboration through structured training initiatives. Establish and strengthen partnerships with educational institutions and industry partners to expand career pathways and workforce development opportunities. Implement and oversee mentoring frameworks to support students, faculty, and professionals in career advancement and skill-building and help to enhance the research deliverables. Coordinate professional development and interdisciplinary training programs that enhance cross-functional teamwork and workplace performance. Partnerships & Collaboration Coordinate Engineering Workforce Development (EWD) effort across sites. Serve as a liaison with industry partners, academic institutions, and workforce development organizations. Lead collaborations with BioSTL and industry stakeholders to expand workforce training initiatives. Liaise with Curriculum Delivery Partners including WashU's Teaching and Learning Center, Sever Institute, UDs Division of Professional and Continuing Studies/Online, TAMU's Engineering Experiment Station (TEES)/Distance Education, NCTM at TAMU, and the NIIMBL at UD. Serve as CURB and EECEs liaison resource for Faculty in Outreach Program Development to support designing and implementing outreach programs that engage K-12 students, undergraduates, and the broader community. Help faculty develop, structure, and manage outreach initiatives and broad impact activities, leveraging CURBs established programs and partnerships. Program Management & Coordination Program coordination of the annual Convergence Bootcamp, High School Summer Scholars program, REU program, RET program and other related summer and training programs both for CRUB and the Energy, Environmental, and Chemical Engineering Department. Liaise with the centers evaluator analyze EWD metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement. Help with broader program management for CURB. Communication, Outreach & Reporting Regularly report on the progress of workforce training initiatives to ensure alignment with CURBs mission and strategic goals. Develop quarterly and annual report regarding to EWD activities. Help to develop entire annual report. Develop marketing and outreach materials to expand program visibility and increase engagement. Attend EWD related training from NSF and implementing the training, including reporting the activities in the NSF ERC websites. Communicate with the evaluators to ensure EWD deliverables are communicated and achieved. Identify the gaps at earliest point. Perform other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position. Work Experience: Curriculum And Instructional Development (3 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Required Qualifications: BS in Chemical Engineering, Synthetic Biology, Bioprocessing, Biochemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Bioengineering, or a closely related field. Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Synthetic Biology, Bioprocessing, Biochemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Bioengineering, or a closely related field. Additional training in engineering education is preferred. Experience in developing and delivering educational programs, preferably in biomanufacturing, engineering education, or related technical fields such as synthetic biology, biochemical engineering, or electro-biomanufacturing. Proven ability in program coordination and collaboration, including experience developing, implementing, and managing education and workforce training initiatives across technical fields. Skilled in aligning program goals with industry and academic needs while coordinating interdisciplinary collaborations with stakeholders from industry, academia, and community organizations. Experience in mentorship, career development, and workforce preparation programs, with a focus on expanding opportunities for students and early-career professionals in engineering and biomanufacturing fields. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership abilities, with the ability to coordinate complex educational and workforce initiatives. Expertise in instructional design and program development, particularly in course and curriculum creation for interdisciplinary and emerging technical fields such as electro-biomanufacturing. Workforce training and career development experience, including mentorship programs, industry partnerships, and structured career pathways that prepare students and professionals for success. Change management and program implementation skills, with a track record of driving organizational improvements, fostering collaboration, and optimizing team performance. Stakeholder engagement and partnership development, with the ability to connect academic institutions, industry partners, and community organizations to support workforce initiatives. Collaboration and teamwork, including experience in managing multi-institutional partnerships, coordinating interdisciplinary projects, and facilitating cross-sector initiatives. Strong interpersonal skills and professional mentorship experience, with the ability to support students, faculty, and early-career professionals in skill-building and career advancement. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Certifications: No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Work Experience: No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Skills: Academic Engagement, Biochemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Bioprocessing, Change Management, Chemical Engineering, Coalition Building, Communication, Course Development, Engineering Education, Industry Engagement, Leadership, Organizing, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Synthetic Biology Grade G12 Salary Range $58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ . Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email   CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu   or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. 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