Job Description

503104 Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States Staff Staff Full-time Closing at: Jan 27 2026 - 23:55 MST

Department Contact:

Jay Misra, (575) 646-6256, misra@nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search:

External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:

The Office of Engineering Research is seeking a Program Manager to provide critical administrative and strategic support for the College of Engineering's research portfolio. This individual will serve as a primary liaison for faculty and staff, overseeing the full lifecycle of research grants and contracts.

Position Details

Position Title:

Program Manager

College/Division:

Engineering College

Department:

360600-OFFICE OF ENGINEERING RESEARCH

Location:

Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:

Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:

1.0

FLSA Status

: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement:

This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding:

Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule:

Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Office of Engineering Research is seeking an individual who will play a key role in assisting the College of Engineering faculty and staff with their research grants. This position will work closely with research faculty to oversee and manage their grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and effective administration. The role requires collaboration with researchers and administrators across multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Associate's Degree + 7 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 5 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent Qualifications:

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Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort:

No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements:

Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk:

No or very limited exposure to physical risk.