Qureos Mentor

University of Virginia

<div>The Demographics Research Group (DRG) of the University of Virginia&rsquo;s Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service is seeking a bright and self-driven individual to fill a Research Specialist position. 
We produce Virginia&rsquo;s official population estimates, projections, school enrollment forecasts, and conduct applied demographic research to inform decision-making across state and local governments, businesses, and nonprofits. We are committed to making population data accessible, meaningful, and actionable. 
Position Responsibilities 
Research and Contract Projects<ul><li>
Focus on applied demographic research pertinent to the Commonwealth of Virginia to develop significant projects consistent with client needs</li><li>
Formulate research questions and methods</li><li>
Implement appropriate research and analytic procedures.</li></ul>
Research Translation and Presentation<ul><li>
Publish research analyses in the DRG blog and in technical papers</li><li>
Develop and deliver presentations to clients, government officials, and the public</li><li>
Collaborate with the Cooper Center director of communications on media interactions.</li></ul>
Contribution to DRG Mission and Priorities<ul><li>
Collaborate with colleagues on all DRG priorities</li><li>
Participate in the DRG data production and team projects</li><li>
Contribute to outreach and communications strategies</li><li>
Supervise student interns.</li></ul>
Knowledge and Skills Collaboration and Communication<ul><li>
Thrive in a collaborative environment among people strongly committed to their missions</li><li>
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including sharing updates and results with the Director, primarily via email</li><li>
Demonstrate professional maturity, sound judgment, and a consistently positive demeanor.</li></ul>
Organization and Prioritization<ul><li>
Keen attention to detail with excellent organizational, writing, editing, planning, and prioritization skills</li><li>
Ability to adjust priorities and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines, track progress, and communicate task status</li><li>
Work calmly and professionally, especially during those occasional times when the team finds itself in pressure situations Problem-Solving and Initiative</li><li>
Work independently to creatively solve problems within a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Uphold ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion.</li></ul>
Technical Proficiency<ul><li>
Demonstrated skill in quantitative analysis</li><li>
Interest in, and commitment to, population research, in areas such as population estimates and projections, aging, housing, transportation, rural communities, urban planning, education, or poverty</li><li>
Proficiency in one or more the following statistical software programs: R, Python, STATA, or SAS.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>
Education: Master&rsquo;s degree required, degree in geography, demography, sociology, economics, statistics, education, urban planning, public health, public policy, or related areas is preferred</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience: 5 years</li><li>
Professional experience in a similar role</li><li>
Experience in population estimates, projections, or school enrollment forecasting</li><li>
Proficiency in GIS</li><li>
Interest and skill in data visualization</li><li>
Familiarity with the Commonwealth of Virginia</li></ul>
About the Position
Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The anticipated hiring range is $75,000 - $85,000 commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. 
 
This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA. Hybrid and remote location work is possible; candidate must be available to work in Eastern Time Zone. This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. 
About UVA and the Community 
To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. 
Application Timeline Application review will begin after September 29, 2025.
To Apply
Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0076614. Complete an application with the following documents:<ul><li>
Resume / CV (no more than 2 pages)</li><li>
Cover Letter</li><li>
Two samples of your current work (e.g., reports, briefs, blog posts, presentations, etc)</li></ul>
Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching &ldquo;Find Jobs.&rdquo; Reference checks will be completed by UVA&rsquo;s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.
To nominate a candidate or for additional information about the position, please contact Qian Cai, Director, Research. For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA&rsquo;s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.</div>

Senior Research Specialist

<div>A Procurement Contract Specialist plays a vital role within UVA Procurement Services by managing the full contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation through execution, renewal, and closeout. Serving as a key liaison between Procurement, schools/units, and suppliers, this role ensures that UVA contracts are accurate, compliant, and structured to deliver long-term value. This position contributes to UVA&rsquo;s mission of stewardship, service, and collaboration by ensuring that contracts support academic, health, and research operations with integrity, efficiency, and accountability.<div><div>
Key duties and responsibilities</div><div>
Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Prepare, review, and edit contracts, proposals, and amendments to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with UVA&rsquo;s business needs and policies. Negotiate favorable terms (pricing, service levels, risk allocation) while maintaining strong supplier relationships.</div><div>
Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure agreements comply with applicable laws, Commonwealth of Virginia procurement requirements, and UVA policies. Identify and mitigate legal, financial, and operational risks through careful contract analysis and consultation with Procurement leadership and University Counsel.</div><div>
Contract Lifecycle Management: Oversee contracts from initiation through execution, renewal, and termination. Track key deadlines (renewals, expirations, performance milestones) and proactively alert stakeholders.</div><div>
Stakeholder Communication and Collaboration: Partner with schools, departments, and suppliers to align contract deliverables with institutional goals. Work closely with the Procurement services staff to ensure seamless P2P execution.</div><div>
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and comprehensive records and documentation for all contracts, including drafts, revisions, and executed agreements in UVA official system of record, ensuring transparency and accessibility.</div><div>
Dispute Resolution: Assist with resolving disputes or performance concerns in coordination with Procurement leadership, suppliers, and University Counsel.</div><div>
Essential skills and qualifications</div><div><ul><li>
Knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, and higher-ed/state contracting frameworks.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Strong negotiation skills with ability to balance risk and value.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain complex provisions to non-legal stakeholders.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
High attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple contracts and deadlines.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Proficiency in contract management systems and enterprise tools (Workday or similar).</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, supply chain management, law, or related field.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Relevant certifications (e.g., CPCM, NCMA) preferred.</li></ul></div><div> 
This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all hires (if required) prior to employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. For this role, the University will not sponsor or consider candidates requiring sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter at das6zb@virginia.edu.
This is a Hybrid position and is not eligible for remote work status.
Please apply through the University job board, Careers at UVA, and search for R0076534.
Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching &lsquo;Find Jobs&rsquo; or through their &lsquo;Jobs Hub&rsquo;. Applicants must complete an application online with the following documents: a resume and cover letter.</div></div>
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree. 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience: At least two years of relevant experience.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA&rsquo;s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.</div>

Senior Procurement Contracts Specialist / Procurement Contracts Specialist

<div>The University of Virginia is built on a district energy model managed by Energy and Utilities within Facilities Management, with one main heat plant, three combined heating/cooling plants, nine chiller plants, hundreds of miles of piping distribution, and an internal medium voltage electrical distribution grid anchored by three 35kV to 13kV substations. E&amp;U serves over 18 million gross square feet of learning, research, residential, and support space across a geographically dispersed 1175 acres.
The University of Virginia's Facilities Management - Energy &amp; Utilities - Heat Plant team has an exciting opening for a Boiler Operator at our University Heat Plant. Boiler Operators are responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Heat Plants. Duties include monitoring, operating, adjusting, and performing maintenance on coal conveying system; coal, gas, and oil-fired boilers; water treatment systems; air pollution control equipment; lime systems; ash handling system; and more. The incumbent must also accurately determine and correct the cause of operating problems in an emergency. The Boiler Operator must have the ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals, materials, and systems in water analysis, lime slurry preparation, and high-pressure steam systems.
The Boiler Operator will be supporting a 24/7 operation with off hour shift work required. $2.00/hour shift premium rate is provided for evening hours; additional premium for weekend hours.
Duties Include:<ul><li>
Monitor Heat Plant operating equipment to ensure efficient systems operation.</li><li>
Diagnose operating problems and takes action to avoid total plant shutdown.</li><li>
Conduct inspections of the plant, maintains logs, and reports areas of concern that would result in a boiler shutdown to the supervisor.</li><li>
Order chemicals and performs treatment of boiler feed water.</li><li>
Perform minor maintenance as assigned by the supervisor.</li><li>
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in a maintenance field and/or industrial environment operating related equipment. Experience operating/maintaining boilers is strongly preferred.
Licensure: American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE) licensure required within one year of hire. Valid Driver's license also required.
For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to the start date of the position.
Compensation:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $25.00 - $30.00 ($52,000 - $62,400 Annually). Employees new to UVA are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $3,000 for a one-year commitment. This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:<ul><li>
22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave</li><li>
Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs</li><li>
Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System</li><li>
Tuition and professional development benefits</li><li>
Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year</li></ul>
Physical Demands:
The employee will be required to bend, stoop, squat and walk while making frequent rounds and equipment checks. The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while performing Boiler maintenance duties.
To Apply:
Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0075672/Boiler-Operator. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:<ul><li>
Resume</li></ul>
** Note: Multiple documents can be uploaded in the CV/Resume box. Applications that are incomplete or missing required documents will not receive full consideration.
This position is open until filled.
Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter hjv5vm@virginia.edu. 
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA&rsquo;s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.</div>

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