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Job Title

Assistant Director for Undergraduate Research

Department

Miami Integrated Learning Office

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$62,000

Position Salary Maximum

$72,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-06-29

Job Description Summary

Takes primary responsibility for expanding and supporting undergraduate research and publication opportunities at Miami. These may include a research forum and peer reviewed journal, as well as support for course-based research. Will think strategically about how to engage undergraduates in research across campus, and advocate for resources and appropriate workload credit for faculty members who supervise undergraduate research. Will track and report on undergraduate both in and outside the classroom.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Expand undergraduate research & publication opportunities

• Support faculty and students engaging in undergraduate research

• Oversee undergraduate research awards

• Support undergraduate students in applying for external research fellowships and awards

• Work closely with Honors College to support research opportunities and projects for Honors students

• Support departments to integrate research into capstone courses and other classes

• Track undergraduate research both in and outside the classroom

• Provide reports as requested regarding amount and type of undergraduate research at Miami

• Work closely with Assistant Director for Professional and Experiential Learning

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree

• Three years of experience in designing and organizing programming

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree

• Experience supporting undergraduate research

• Experience editing journals

• Experience organizing conferences or other events

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Application letter that details your experience related to the duties of the position; Resume or CV that provides evidence of relevant experiences as detailed above; Short writing sample; Link to a professional website or portfolio is desirable but not required

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to Elizabeth Hoover at hooverea@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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