Institute for Energy Solutions Project Manager

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. The Institute for Energy Solutions (IES) is seeking a full-time project manager to support a range of programs and projects that enable, accelerate, and inform the transition to an equitable, resilient, clean, affordable, and sustainable energy future. You will report directly to the IES Managing Director, and will work alongside her, the faculty directors, a research specialist, and a part-time administrative assistant. Project management (40%) In collaboration with the IES team, coordinate IES programs and projects such as Living Learning Labs, PhD student signing bonus program, research communities, and fellowships. Produce agendas, meeting notes, project timelines, and next steps; track deadlines and deliverables; provide status updates to the IES directors. Communicate with relevant stakeholders and participants. Event and annual symposium planning (25%) Lead the planning and execution of the annual IES Symposium, which brings together faculty, staff, and students from across the University and external partners from academia, industry, government, and nonprofits to identify critical energy challenges and discuss innovative energy solutions. Lead the planning and execution of IES events throughout the year such as the weekly seminar series, fellow lunches, and networking dinners. Develop agendas, promotional, and meeting materials. Communications (25%) Draft and edit the monthly IES newsletter. Assist in creating and maintaining web-based resources. Work with graphic designers and printers to produce and distribute reports and promotional materials. Communicate with IES staff, students, and faculty; faculty experts; speakers; and partners in other university departments. Draft and send event advertising emails. Other duties as assigned (10%) Undergraduate degree in an energy-related STEM or social science field including but not limited to engineering, physical sciences, sustainability, or environmental policy, or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of and interest in renewable energy, broadly defined A minimum of three years of professional experience in project management, preferably in an academic setting; some of this can include experience gained during internships, as a student research assistant, or other employment while a student Demonstrated ability to effectively and professionally communicate within a distributed team and with external stakeholders Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to work independently and meet deadlines This is a one-year term-limited appointment with potential for renewal This position will require occasional work in the evenings for events, not more than once or twice per semester The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.