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Introduction The University of Michigan Water Center at the Graham Sustainability Institute is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented collaboration specialist to join the National Estuarine Research Reserve System Science Collaborative program hosted by the Center. The successful applicant will integrate into a team whose members are equally comfortable in leading project planning and integrating input on their work as they are in providing thorough and thoughtful feedback to the work of teammates. Work is fast-paced and variable, covering a variety of activities supporting the Science Collaborative. The National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) excels at the practice of collaborative science and has pioneered many techniques that make it successful. One such innovation is the Reserve System's Science Collaborative. With funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the NERRS Science Collaborative provides grants and other support for collaborative projects that are conducted in partnership with one or more National Estuarine Research Reserve sites located around the country. The Science Collaborative helps the Reserve System address critical coastal management needs by providing resources and tools for developing strong projects, selecting and supporting collaborative science projects through annual national competitions, and disseminating the knowledge, processes, and key lessons learned from projects. With a national network dedicated to sharing tools and knowledge, research conducted at one reserve strengthens all 30 sites and the communities they serve, leaving them better prepared to manage our changing coasts. At the Graham Sustainability Institute, our dedication to academic excellence for the public good is inseparable from our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our mission of mobilizing the expertise and passion of scholars, partners, and decision-makers to work together and bring world-class research to real-world sustainability challenges includes ensuring that each member of our community thrives. We believe that diversity is key to empowerment and to the advancement of sustainability knowledge, learning, and leadership. Responsibilities Project management (30%): Workshops and learning activities (30%): Program support and development (30%): Communications (10%): Qualifications Required skills/traits How to apply:You must submit a cover letter and resume as a single document to be considered for this position. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your skills and related experience.