Program Administrator II

Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.

About Rice:

Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities. 

Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.

About George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing:

The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing ranks among the top 20 undergraduate engineering programs (US News & World Report) and is strongly committed to nurturing the aspirations of faculty, staff, and students in an inclusive environment. We seek greater representation of women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans in disciplines in which they have historically been underrepresented; to attract international students from a wider range of countries and backgrounds; to accelerate progress in building a faculty and staff who are diverse in background and thought, and we support an inclusive environment that fosters interaction and understanding within our diverse community.

Position Summary:
The Program Administrator II supports the administration of departmental programs, events, and related activities within the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (ChBE) in Rice’s George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing. This role coordinates daily operations across multiple program functions to ensure smooth execution, consistent service delivery, and strong stakeholder support.
Key responsibilities include coordinating program logistics and calendars; planning and supporting events and committee activities; preparing routine communications and materials; tracking schedules, deliverables, and records; and compiling information and basic reports to support planning and operational follow-through. The Program Administrator II serves as a key liaison and central coordination hub for faculty, staff, students, and partners, ensuring that timelines, communications, and resources are aligned so program activities run smoothly and meet departmental goals.

Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate is an organized, adaptable program administrator with experience supporting daily operations and coordinating events and committee activities. They have strong written and verbal communication skills; are comfortable working with spreadsheets, schedules, and basic budget information; and can compile data into clear reports and summaries for department leadership. They manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail, learn new systems quickly, and bring a steady, professional approach to working with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
In this role, the ideal candidate serves as a key liaison and central coordination hub for departmental programs, events, and related activities. They coordinate program logistics and calendars, support event planning and execution from initial planning through follow-up, and help track schedules, deliverables, and records so that activities stay on track. They prepare routine communications and materials, support committee work, and collaborate with the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing on events and the department’s digital presence by helping with materials and updates. By keeping information organized and stakeholders aligned, they help ensure ChBE’s programs and initiatives run smoothly and provide cons