Research Coordinator

Arlington, VA

Full Time

Government and Regulatory Affairs

Entry Level

Ensuring human comfort, productivity, and safety, while practicing environmental stewardship is the mission of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). Our 300+ member companies produce more than 90 percent of the residential and commercial air conditioning, heating, water heating, and commercial refrigeration equipment made in North America. Through our certification program, standards, advocacy, and other activities, we strive to help save energy, improve productivity, and ensure a better environment.

AHRI is seeking a Research Coordinator to join our Government and Regulatory Affairs team. The Research Coordinator is responsible for performing complex administrative and managerial functions that require the use of independent judgment and discretion. This position will provide primary support to the Vice President of Research and interact with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) manufacturers and researchers. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, scheduling, project coordination, agenda preparation, contract management, government reporting preparation and composition of correspondence. Duties include but are not limited to:

Provide support to Vice President of Research on internal and external activities
Prepare reporting documents for projects funded by federal and state government
Manage assigned AHRI and Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology Institute (AHRTI) research projects and provide project summaries
Maintain and organize AHRI and AHRTI contracts associated with research projects
Provide administrative support to assigned committees and product sectors
Schedule and attend meetings, prepare meeting agendas, take meeting minutes, and follow-up on action items

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (four- year college or university), engineering is a plus
Two years of experience performing the role of an Administrative Assistant, Coordinator, or similar role
One or more years of experience in research project management
Science and/or Engineering background preferred
Previous experience with government funded projects preferred
Knowledge about and/or passion for the HVAC industry and technologies is a plus

AHRI offers a full benefits package with alternate workplace options and a friendly work environment. The salary hiring range for this position is $62,500-73,000.

AHRI does not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, military service, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, or differing ability as those terms are defined under applicable law in its selection, recruitment or employment practices. 

This position does not offer employment-based immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance to include F1-OPT, F1-CPT, or H-1B visa programs.

To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.ahricareers.org. If you require assistance with the application process, please call 703-600-0324.

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