"Principal Investigator, Student Support Services"

Principal Investigator, Student Support Services

Position Information

Position Title: Principal Investigator, Student Support Services
Department: Student Support Services
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59524
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary
TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), at the University at Buffalo (UB) seeks to hire a Principal Investigator. The Principle Investigator provides leadership and oversight of the program along with management of the budget and program goals and objectives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Direct oversight and supervision of all activities in accordance with the established goals and objects of the approved SSS grant project.
• Responsible for recruitment, retention, hiring, supervising, training, coaching and evaluation of program staff members.
• Train staff and other stakeholders pursuant to all applicable federal and university regulations, policies and procedures.
• Implement student recruitment, application, and selection procedures for the SSS grant project.
• Oversee the record-keeping system that facilities program planning, development, execution, and evaluation.
• Plan and monitor the budget in accordance with program goals and generate financial reports and statements.

TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is part of the Cora P. Maloney Center (CPMC) at the University at Buffalo. Student Support Services serves first-generation students, students from income-eligible backgrounds, and students with a documented disability as they work towards earning their college degree. Students who participate in SSS benefit from comprehensive academic and support services, and personalized attention to assist with graduate school and career preparation, economic and financial literacy, and ultimately persistence to graduate.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, educational administration, counseling, or related fields.
• Three years experience designing, providing, and assessing comprehensive academic support services to college students with a range of academic needs and are low-income, first generation, and/or have a disability.
• Three years experience in budget management, grant writing experience, and supervisory experience.
• Experience with college admission requirements, academic and financial aid programs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office suite including word, excel, and outlook.

Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in higher education, student affairs, student personnel administration or counseling

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$78,500

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Brenda Reed
Contact's Title: Administrative Assistant
Contact's Email: bdreed@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-5674

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/20/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 12/15/2025