Academic Coordinator I for the Center for Taiwan Studies

Program Administration
The AC performs administrative functions for CTS, serving as a key contact for all
visiting speakers, UCSB faculty, staff and students, and the off-campus community. The AC oversees the coordination and implementation of
all Center activities and interacts with public speakers and visiting scholars, writers, authors, and other public figures. This includes
arranging accommodations, venues, food, technical assistance, logistics, agendas, name cards, posters, and office support.

The AC is
also responsible for assisting the Director in implementing research and learning support opportunities for UCSB students and faculty
associated with the Center. The AC manages routine communication with faculty and community members; supervises and coordinates visits and
events, including receptions for visiting speakers; maintains budget records for the program; coordinates travel and lodging for speakers;
supervises student assistants; maintains the website; and supervises public information materials, such as the quarterly calendar,
publications, and interviews with speakers.

Program Analysis and Evaluation
The AC analyzes the Center’s budget
and prepares regular reports for the Center Director regarding the Center’s finances. The AC assists with grant writing and reporting, and
program analysis. The AC monitors the demographics of program attendance and works with other campus centers and programs to coordinate
co-sponsored events and to ensure diversity of participants and audience. The AC assists the Director in writing and editing grant proposals
and reports.

Publishing & Design Work
The AC edits and designs proceedings, anthologies of Taiwan literature, and
other publication projects, including the biannual journal, Taiwan Literature: English Translation Series. Editorial assistance includes
editing, writing, and proofreading for CTS publications, the CTS newsletter, webpages, and flyers for public lectures and cultural events.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)