Research and Development Engineer jobs in Binghamton, NY

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York (RF) is the largest comprehensive university-connected research foundation in the country.  

Our mission is to provide talent, services, and technology that empower SUNY to research, innovate, and transfer discoveries that transform the world's knowledge economy. 

Our vision is to make SUNY the best place for faculty, students and staff to research, innovate, and solve the world's most pressing problems.

The RF serves SUNY by providing essential administrative services that enable SUNY faculty to focus their efforts on the education of students and the performance of life-changing research across a wide range of disciplines including medicine, engineering, physical sciences, energy, computer science, and social sciences. We work with the academic and business leadership of SUNY campuses to support research and discovery through the administration of sponsored projects and technology transfer and management of intellectual property for public benefit and economic growth.

The RF is committed to diversity, inclusion and a working environment that enhances productivity, creates personal and professional opportunities, unleashes everyone's full potential and fuels innovation. We hold the organization and each other to the highest standards of integrity, accountability and ethical behavior.

Visit www.rfsuny.org and connect with the us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Learn about SUNY at www.suny.edu

Top 10 Reasons To Work at The Research Foundation for SUNY:

RFRecruitmentFlyer.pdf (rfsuny.org)

Job Summary:
ATTAIN (Advanced Technology Training and Information Networking) is a statewide technology initiative funded by New York State to provide urban and rural communities access to training and technology. 

ATTAIN provides access to academic, occupational, life skills and workplace readiness training in coordination with local community-based host agencies. The ATTAIN team is looking for qualified candidates to join their team as ATTAIN Lab Coordinators in Binghamton, NY at the following location:

Binghamton, NY

Reporting to the SUNY UCAWD ATTAIN Statewide Coordinator, the ATTAIN Lab Coordinator will provide on-site and remote coordination and facilitation of activities contained in the ATTAIN lab. These include participant intake, needs assessment, software navigation support, IT support training and overall lab management. In coordination with their local community-based host agency and ATTAIN project staff, this position will work to achieve the enrollment, usage and outcomes specified in their performance objectives and Program Year Plan (PYP).

• Proficient delivery of ATTAIN services and self-paced resources (e.g., Academic Preparation, Career and Technical Education, ESL and Language Learning), Microsoft Certification training resources and any additional online third-party resource(s)
• Conduct ATTAIN enrollment process and maintain participant records
• Determine participant Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility
• Facilitate remote and in person orientation and training to enrolled participants
• Proctor certification exams through ATTAIN's Certiport Authorized Testing Centers
• Create and maintain a clean, comfortable and orderly learning environment in the lab
• Report any technical issues and their resolutions to UCAWD and site liaison
• Maintain participant records utilizing ATTAIN's Learning Management System and third party courseware accounts
• Conduct remote and in person social media outreach and promotional activities as approved by UCAWD and site liaison
• Provide participant self-paced learning assistance and any navigational or technical support remotely or in person
• Support and track participant self-paced learning performance and outcomes
• Submit monthly status reports, and maintain regular communication with UCAWD supervisor and site liaison
• Maintain an up-to-date monthly lab calendar
• Ensure policies and procedures of the host institution and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York are followed
• Other duties as assigned

• Associate's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in self-paced, online learning platforms and/or Learning Management Systems. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience managing enrollment accounts and intake processes using an online management system
• Experience with computer software applications
• Ability to troubleshoot IT productivity software, applications and services
• Experience working with underserved/underprepared populations
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and presentation skills
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to promote professional and ethical behavior
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related discipline strongly preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Two or more years' experience working with adult populations (training, advising and/or mentoring)
• Experience working with TANF recipients
• Experience in community outreach
• Microsoft certifications

About the Company:
Research Foundation of SUNY

Company Size:
100 to 499 employees

Industry:
Education

Founded:
0

Website:
https://www.rfsuny.org/