Full Time

Senior Engineering (Transportation Asset Management)

About Applied Pavement Technology We are a full-service pavement engineering consulting firm that provides effective solutions for the design, evaluation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of roadway and airport pavements. Since our founding in 1994, we have worked with clients at the state, federal, and local levels in the United States and abroad, and we are a recognized leader in our industry. We help our clients identify cost-effective strategies that reduce the overall life-cycle cost of preserving the pavement network while incorporating the latest pavement-related designs and technologies into organizational practice. Please see the APTech Tenant Directory for more information. Applied Pavement Technology – Research Park About the Role APTech has an immediate opening for an experienced Transportation Asset Management Professional to work on a variety of projects for local, state, and federal clients. This position will report to APTech’s corporate office in Champaign, Illinois with potential for a hybrid or work from home schedule based on the candidate’s location and experience. This position will require occasional multi-day travel. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong attention to detail with experience involving transportation asset management with excellent written and oral communication skills. Responsibilities The primary responsibilities will be on a variety of projects across the United States involving research, planning, analysis, and training development in the areas of highway infrastructure asset management, transportation performance management, and highway maintenance management. Projects will involve the full spectrum of highway infrastructure including pavement, bridge, hydraulics, ancillary structures, safety, and roadside assets. Familiarity with state asset management plans, asset condition assessment, performance modeling, and asset and/or maintenance management related software is a plus. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus. Job Requirements BS or MS in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning or similar relevant degree. 8+ years of relevant experience. Professional Engineering License. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience in transportation asset management, transportation performance management, or highway maintenance management. Flexibility to travel, and ability to work occasional weekends and overtime as necessary. Preferences Experience working for an infrastructure-owner agency. Experience with State transportation asset management plans. Experience developing or delivering training. Active participation in national organizations such as the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials or the Transportation Research Board. Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certification. Benefits APTech offers highly competitive compensation and benefits packages aimed to meet the needs of all employees and their families. To apply, please use this link:https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/SeniorEngineerAPTech

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Administrative Aide – EnterpriseWorks

The University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign is a public land-grant research university in Illinois in the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana. It is the flagship institution of the University of Illinois system and was founded in 1867. The university serves the people of Illinois through a shared commitment to excellence in teaching, research, public engagement, economic development, and health care. Faculty, staff and students share their knowledge, expertise, and resources with residents in every corner of the state through public service and outreach programs. The Research Park at the University of Illinois is a leading innovation hub for technology commercialization with a unique environment that cultivates startups and increases capabilities for established companies. The mixed-use composition promotes creative collisions and interdisciplinary collaborations, strengthening the bridge between campus and community. Located on campus, Research Park has more than 120 companies and growing, employing over 2,100 people in high-technology careers. At any given time more than 800 student interns are gaining valuable experiential learning and work experience while making real contributions to internal corporate R&D and product development programs. As home to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and technology leaders and start-ups alike, the place and time for developing disruptive technology is in Champaign, Illinois: Superb education, quality health care, and affordable housing World-class arts and entertainment, and vast sporting and recreational opportunities Affordable living Easy commuting For a look at why Champaign-Urbana is one of the fastest-growing cities in Illinois, visit MakeItCU.com Job Summary Provides high-level administrative support to the AVC/ED of the Research Park and EnterpriseWorks, as well as the Director of Entrepreneurship (DoE) and Associate Director of Operations (ADO). Oversee administrative functions with professionalism, judgment, and discretion while fostering strong stakeholder relationships. The Research Park/EnterpriseWorks serves 2,000+ individuals, advancing innovation, corporate engagement, and economic development for Illinois. Duties & Responsibilities Executive Support: Responsible for the day-to-day workflow of the AVC/ED, DoE, and ADO with complex calendar management, exercising independent judgement and initiative in determining priorities and deadlines, organizing, and providing appropriate meeting correspondence. Provide primary, high-level administrative support using extensive knowledge of the UIRP and EW to the AVC/ED, DoE, and ADO. Work closely with the AVC/ED and DoE to support the planning, organization, and implementation of department–level strategic priorities and initiatives. Manage a complex workflow for department initiatives, including scheduling activities based on need and importance and setting priorities to ensure efficient coordination of activities. Manage the complex workflows as directed, keeping abreast of all issues so that matters are handled appropriately with discretion and strict confidentiality. Schedule activities based on need and importance. Establish priorities to ensure efficient coordination of activities. Office Administration: Act as the initial point of contact for the AVC/ED and DoE providing high levels of customer service. Serve as an integral communication intake point and first point of contact for the department. Provide exceptional telephone and email support with a high degree of tact and technical knowledge. Serve as primary P and T-Card holder with the responsibility of applying appropriate expenses in relation to executive leadership and support. Coordinate travel, reconcile charges, conference registration, and/or process reimbursements in the applicable campus system. Prepare agendas, coordinate catering for meetings with external visitors ranging from government officials to international delegations. Maintain proper office functions, including supplies, furniture, and other resources as necessary. Interpret inquiries and forwards to appropriate responsible parties. Organizational Development & Engagement: Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a manner consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect. Foster a culture of diversity and inclusion; support and engage in equal employment opportunity principles, rules, and regulations. Champion positive inter-professional relationships bridging the UIRP’s private/public organization and missions. Perform other related duties or projects as assigned. Additional Physical Demands Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with continuous interruptions and background noise. Some light lifting is required. Minimum Qualifications 1. High school graduation or equivalent. 2. Any one or any combination totaling five (5) years (60 months) from the following categories: A. college course work in business, finance, accounting or a related field: 60 semester hours or an Associate’s degree equals one (1) year (12 months) 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) 120 semester hours or a Bachelor’s degree equals three (3) years (36 months) Master’s degree or higher equals four (4) years (48 months) B. progressively more responsible general or specialized office experience which included aspects of supervising staff or a job function, organizing, and performing duties that lead to knowledge of generally accepted office principles Preferred Qualifications Associate degree in Applied Science or related field. Experience in office administration or professional support. Experience in office administration or professional support. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Superior written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact comfortably with a wide range of individuals ranging from students to high-ranking government officials. Knowledge of University administrative systems including Emburse and iBuy. Knowledge of Campus and University policies and procedures. Solid command of Microsoft Office suite. Ability to troubleshoot office equipment including printers, copiers, portable A/V equipment. Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 0058 – Administrative Aide position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $50,000 to $55,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Incomplete applications and applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Leslie Lewin Reinhart at 217-333-0034. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. Apply for this position here:Career Site The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to

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Software Dev Engineer I

About Yahoo! Yahoo is an American web portal that provides the search engine Yahoo Search and related services including My Yahoo, Yahoo Mail, Yahoo News, Yahoo Finance, Yahoo Sports, y!entertainment, yahoo!life, and its advertising platform, Yahoo Native. Yahoo builds, improves, and maintains one of the highest scaling platforms in the world. Their amazing team of engineers work on next-generation big data platforms that transform how users connect every single day. Yahoo’s Big Data Platform drives some of the most demanding applications in the industry. The system handles billions of requests a day and runs on some of the largest Hadoop clusters ever built! 50,000 nodes strong and several multi-thousand node clusters bring scalable computing to a whole new level. They work on problems that cover a wide spectrum – from web services to operating systems and networking layers. Their biggest challenges ahead are designing efficient cloud-native big data platforms. About the Role You will be part of the Big Data Solutions engineering team, contributing to the design and implementation of robust Big Data solutions on AWS, GCP, and Databricks platforms. You will be involved in the design, implementation, and testing of end-to-end solutions, ensuring sound development  practices are followed to achieve well-tested technical solutions, ideally in a Unix environment. You will gain experience with containerization (ideally Kubernetes) and Big Data technologies, challenging security constraints, and myriad AWS/GCP services, with Python and Java as primary development languages. Responsibilities A solid working understanding of cloud technologies is a must. Knowledge of developing clean APIs and integrating with existing web services is  required, as well as a solid understanding of core architectural principles and a cloud-native solutions mindset. You will contribute to projects involving distributed systems, cloud technologies, Agentic AI workflows, and ML use cases. Experience with Spark, Airflow, Vertex AI, and Sagemaker  is a plus. You will be highly motivated and able to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team on complex projects. Big Data platform: implementing and scaling solutions using Big Data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, Airflow, ensuring high performance and scalability. Data Orchestration: Utilizing tools like Airflow to manage the scheduling, execution, andmonitoring of data workflows across cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP. Integration and Support: Collaborating with different teams to integrate data processing, MLOps and AIOps. Feature Development: Implementing new features to support advanced processing capabilities, including cost and performance optimization. Must be self-motivated, proactive, driven and able to execute tasks both independently and within a team environment. Ability to comprehend and communicate in a complex technical environment. Understand and apply common design and architectural patterns. Share knowledge and experience through thorough code review processes. Display a history of creativity, innovative thought, awareness of current technical trends and high levels of motivation. Required skills 3+ years of experience in software development. Programming skills: Python/Java/Golang. Excellent knowledge of Spark, Airflow, Terraform, AWS/GCP and cloud native services like EMR, Sagemaker, Dataproc, Bigquery, VertexAI, Airflow. Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and Containerization. Operating systems: Mac/Linux. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field or relevant experience. To apply, please send your resume to resume-champaign-data@yahooinc.com.

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DevOps Engineer – Yahoo!

About Yahoo! Yahoo is an American web portal that provides the search engine Yahoo Search and related services including My Yahoo, Yahoo Mail, Yahoo News, Yahoo Finance, Yahoo Sports, y!entertainment, yahoo!life, and its advertising platform, Yahoo Native. The Central Data Platform team builds industry leading next generation cloud platforms, services and tools that underpin our products. They build and maintain systems at scale and ensure that Yahoo is always able to process petabytes of data and billions of events daily. Using a combination of open source software and internal tools across multiple cloud providers, they engineer platform solutions for data collection, stream processing, batch-processing, data querying, data governance, and data lineage. Yahoo! promotes and enables developer self-sufficiency and DevOps ownership models. About the Role We’re looking for world-class, fun-loving engineers to join our team in Champaign, Illinois, where you will have the opportunity to help develop scalable, high-speed data solutions for data collection and low-latency platforms. You will analyze requirements; investigate optimal software solutions; architect, design, implement and test those solutions; and support our globally deployed data collection and low-latency platforms in production environment. Responsibilities Working through documents and conversations with colleagues to understand product requirements for new features. Shaping those requirements into design documents and software implementation. Testing and debugging both your own software and some written by others. Analyzing and refactoring existing software to enhance its reliability, performance, supportability, and operability. Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand product and technical roadmaps, identifying potential impacts on system operability and proposing proactive solutions for Cloud environments. Lead initiatives to enhance and optimize existing cloud infrastructure, drive improvements in scalability, efficiency, and resilience, and oversee large-scale projects related to cloud platforms, automation, and performance optimization. Foster cross-functional collaboration between development, infrastructure, and operations teams to improve the overall performance and reliability of services on cloud. Requirements A solid Computer Science foundation in data structures and algorithms, object oriented programming, and modern software engineering practices from your achievement of obtaining a degree in CS or a similar engineering pursuit.  The ability to use an object oriented programming language like Java or C++ or scripting languages like Python or Perl, and Unix or Linux systems. Excellent design, coding, debugging and testing skills. Facility with data concepts such as joins, aggregation, projection, and explosion. The ability to work with large-scale distributed systems. Solid written and verbal communication skills. Excellent problem solving and organizational skills. Great team-working capabilities in an agile development environment. Willingness to engage productively with others in the industry. The passion to build great products, work with great people and change the world. Preferred Qualifications Experience in designing, managing large scale infrastructure in either AWS EKS, AWS Open Search, or GCP GKE, GCP Observability/Monitoring and with multi zone, multi region deployments. Experience working with IaC (eg. Terraform, Ansible). Familiarity & working experience with Kubernetes and container-based orchestration. To apply, please send resumes to resume-champaign-data@yahooinc.com.

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Robotics Hardware Engineer – Rational CyPhy Inc

About Rational CyPhy Inc. Rational CyPhy Inc. is a research-driven startup developing next-generation autonomous systems for critical applications such as wildfire suppression and disaster response. With support from NASA and AFRL, our team is building field-deployable aerial platforms that integrate machine learning, perception, and robust autonomy. About the Role We are looking for a Robotics Hardware Engineer with strong hands-on experience in prototyping and field testing robotic systems. Ideal candidates will have worked on aerial robots (quad rotors or fixed-wings), aerospace, or autonomous vehicle platforms. You will join a small, collaborative team advancing the state of the art in real-world autonomy. Responsibilities Lead all aspects of the development of an autonomous aerial vehicle prototype, including assembling, maintenance, redesign Integrate embedded hardware: sensors, flight computer, camera, visual odometry, radios, and mechanical components Conduct bench testing, debugging, and validation of integrated subsystems Conduct field testing and iterative hardware-software integration and data collection Collaborate with AI researchers and software engineers to ensure system-level functionality and reliability Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field At least 2–4 years of industry, research, or advanced academic experience involving hardware development and integration Proficiency in one or more of the following: CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360), embedded systems (e.g., Ardupilot, PX4, Betaflight) Experience assembling and debugging sensor-actuator systems, embedded , or robotics subsystems or flight controllers, ROS Strong lab skills, e.g., soldering, wiring, debugging, power distribution, instrumentation Online portfolio of hardware or software projects Excellent communication and documentation skills US Citizenship Nice to have Experience flying and building quadrotors Field test experience in challenging environments (e.g., outdoors, hazardous conditions) FAA Part 107 certification or interest in UAV operations Prior work on federally funded R&D efforts (e.g., SBIR/STTR, DoD, NASA) Why Join RationalCyPhy Inc. Tackle real-world autonomy challenges with high-impact applications Collaborate with a small, mission-focused team at the intersection of AI, robotics, and aerospace Access to state-of-the-art research and test facilities at UIUC and regional partners Competitive compensation, flexible hours, and opportunities for technical leadership Build systems that go beyond the lab — into fire zones, forests, and disaster sites Job Type: Full-time Pay: $90,432.00 – $120,000.00 per year Benefits: Health insurance Application Question(s): Are you a citizen of the United States? Ability to Relocate: Champaign, IL 61820: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person To apply, please send resume and cover letter to ckzeitler@gmail.com.

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MTS (Software Development) – Aviatrix

About Aviatrix For enterprises struggling to secure cloud workloads, Aviatrix® offers a single solution for pervasive cloud security. Where current cybersecurity approaches focus on securing entry points to a trusted space, Aviatrix Cloud Native Security Fabric (CNSF) delivers runtime security and enforcement within the cloud application infrastructure itself – closing gaps between existing solutions and helping organizations regain visibility and control. Aviatrix ensures security, cloud, and networking teams are empowering developer velocity, AI, serverless, and what’s next. Aviatrix’s mission is to simplify cloud networking so companies stay agile. The pioneer of secure cloud networking delivers advanced cloud networking, network security, and operational visibility required by enterprises with cloud-native simplicity and automation. Over 500 customers worldwide leverage Aviatrix and its proven multi-cloud network reference architecture to design, deploy, and operate a repeatable network and security architecture consistent across any public cloud. Combined with the industry’s first and only multi-cloud networking certification program (ACE), Aviatrix is empowering IT to lead and accelerate the transformation to the cloud. About the Role The Aviatrix Distributed Cloud Firewall (DCF) Engineering team is responsible for delivering performant, resilient, and scalable firewall solutions to our gateway appliances. The DCF infrastructure spans the Aviatrix multi-cloud solution and includes policy structures dynamically applied to changing enforcement locations, infrastructure for messaging, upgrade, high availability, as well as security features that contribute to the Aviatrix, end to end multi-cloud solution. We are searching for a Member of Technical Staff (MTS) to join the DCF team working on data plane software. You will contribute to development projects under the guidance of senior engineers to solve new challenges in multi-cloud networks and connecting cloud to the edge with security. You will implement features, fix bugs, and help improve the efficiency, scalability and stability of DCF components, gaining valuable experience in multi-cloud networking and security services. This position offers flexibility to work hybrid in Champaign, IL. Responsibilities Implement and test features and improvements to the DCF data plane in C/C++. Contribute to the development of data plane filtering logic in C/C ++. Contribute to incremental improvements that strengthen customer security posture. Collaborate with team members to deliver features end-to-end. Participate in design discussions, design reviews and code reviews to build technical expertise. Debug and fix issues to improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of DCF components. Actively participate in team meetings and cross-functional discussions. Qualifications 0-3 years of relevant software development experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Strong software engineering fundamentals: ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code. Coursework, personal projects or corporate experience in systems development such as networking systems, operating systems, security, or distributed systems. Proficiency in C, C++, Rust or similar language. Strong collaboration skills; able to work well in team-oriented and fast-paced environments. Effective communication skills, verbal and written. Nice to have Knowledge of Networking Protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS, DNS, DHCPv6). Security protocol experience (SSL, authentication and authorization, firewall). Prior working experience on one or more Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Alibaba cloud, etc.). Experience with overlays and tunneling technologies. To apply, please use this link: https://go.illinois.edu/MTSSoftwareDevelopment

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Staff Engineer (Software Development) – Aviatrix

About Aviatrix Aviatrix presents a modern security network solution for cloud and Kubernetes environments. It focuses on safeguarding network security, boosting performance, minimizing expenses, and establishing secure hybrid cloud connections. For enterprises struggling to secure cloud workloads, Aviatrix® offers a single solution for pervasive cloud security. Where current cybersecurity approaches focus on securing entry points to a trusted space, Aviatrix Cloud Native Security Fabric (CNSF) delivers runtime security and enforcement within the cloud application infrastructure itself – closing gaps between existing solutions and helping organizations regain visibility and control. Aviatrix ensures security, cloud, and networking teams are empowering developer velocity, AI, serverless, and what’s next. For more information, visit www.aviatrix.ai. About the Role The Aviatrix Distributed Cloud Firewall (DCF) Engineering team is responsible for delivering performant, resilient, and scalable firewall solutions to our gateway appliances. The DCF infrastructure spans the Aviatrix multi-cloud solution and includes policy structures dynamically applied to changing enforcement locations, infrastructure for messaging, upgrade, high availability, as well as security features that contribute to the Aviatrix end to end multi-cloud solution. We are searching for a Staff Engineer to join the DCF team working on data plane software. In this role, you will independently own and deliver significant components of the data plane, designing and developing solutions that improve security and reliability for enterprise customers. You will evaluate tradeoffs, write and present design proposals, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. You will also provide guidance and mentorship for junior members of the team. You will implement features, fix bugs, and help improve the efficiency, scalability and stability of DCF components. This position offers flexibility to work hybrid in Champaign, IL. Responsibilities Own the design, development, and reliability of significant data plane components, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. Implement and test features and improvements to the DCF data plane in C/C++. Design and develop data plane filtering and security enforcement logic in C/C++. Write and present design proposals and documentations for moderately complex features. Contribute to improvements that strengthen customer security posture. Debug and fix issues to improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of DCF components. Use your technical expertise to improve code quality through code and design reviews. Collaborate with team members to deliver features end-to-end. Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance and feedback. Represent the DCF team as a technical contact in cross-functional discussions and external technical engagements as needed. Qualifications 6+ years of relevant software development experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Strong software engineering fundamentals: ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code. Extensive experience with network programming. Experience developing on a Linux platform. Knowledge of Networking Protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS, DNS, DHCPv6). Expertise in C, C++, Rust or similar language. Strong collaboration skills; able to work well in team-oriented and fast-paced environments. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Nice to have Security protocol experience (SSL, authentication and authorization, firewall). Prior working experience on one or more Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Alibaba cloud, etc.). Familiarity with overlays and tunneling technologies. Experience with Linux kernel development. Python and golang experience. To apply, please use this link: https://go.illinois.edu/StaffEngineer-SoftwareDevelopment

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Award Management Coordinator / Senior Award Management Coordinator

Job Summary Award Management Coordinator Independently perform sponsored research/other program post-award financial management duties, with emphasis on compliance with institutional policies and procedures, state and/or federal laws, and award terms and conditions. Senior Award Management Coordinator Independently perform sponsored research/other program post-award financial management duties at an advanced level, with emphasis on compliance with institutional policies and procedures, state and/or federal laws, and award terms and conditions. Duties and Responsibilities Award Management Coordinator Post-Award Financial Management: Conduct detailed reviews of executed award documents, including related sponsor research policy and other references, to identify and track financial and compliance requirements. Perform expenditure reviews and pre-audit select expense transactions to determine allowability and correctness based on award terms and conditions and applicable policies and procedures. Prepare, review, and submit sponsored research/other program financial reports and invoices. Review subrecipient invoices for compliance with award terms and internal approval procedures; conduct follow-up on unpaid subrecipient invoices. Coordinate cash collection activity using sponsor and University reports and electronic systems. Review and manage all cost share commitments including: enter data in the cost share system; collaborate with departments to ensure commitments are fulfilled; and prepare, review, and validate cost share reports for submission to sponsors. Policy and Regulation Interpretation and Application: Research, interpret, and autonomously apply all relevant federal and state regulations and laws, University and sponsor policies, and sponsoring agency terms and conditions on a daily basis. Continuously monitor for updated regulations and policies to ensure sponsored research/other program compliance. Advise University faculty and staff on how to best maintain compliance. Collaborate with SPA leadership to develop and implement SPA policies, procedures, and objectives. Liaison and Outreach Engagement: Act as post-award liaison between University and sponsors. Lead in conflict resolution of award issues, and use independent judgment to facilitate resolution with all concerned parties. Serve as post-award subject matter expert related to sponsored research/other programs. Partner with and provide expertise to department business office staff and University units. Analyze and provide data to assist with Office of Government Costing studies. Assist with outreach initiatives to promote SPA and overall University objectives. Electronic Systems Application: Evaluate SPA and University system data for consistency with award terms and conditions. Create, modify, run, utilize, and maintain numerous award management spreadsheets and databases and analyze associated data. Access and maintain a working knowledge of multiple sponsor electronic systems, and advise faculty and staff on the use of these systems, as needed. On behalf of the University, exercise independent judgement to electronically submit letter of credit cash draws, reports, and requests for award modifications. Business Operations Contributions: Manage multiple tasks effectively with a high level of productivity. Analyze processes and seek to streamline efficiencies and improve customer service. Minimal overnight travel may be required. Perform other duties as necessary to further enhance the mission and goals of SPA. Senior Award Management Coordinator In addition to the above Duties and Responsibilities for Award Management Coordinator: Liaison and Outreach Engagement: Assist with outreach initiatives to promote SPA and overall University objectives, including the development and delivery of presentations at SPaRC, national conferences, and other training opportunities. Award Management System Leadership: Oversee a more complex distribution of awards in areas such as award terms, financial aspects, and invoicing and reporting requirements. Serve as a resource to new staff and assist new hire training delivery. Assist in the development of Award Management section tools and resources. Serve as a subject matter expert to other SPA functional teams regarding post-award section processes and sponsor requirements. Act as a resource and back-up to the Assistant Director, Award Management. Required Qualifications Award Management Coordinator Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position. Two (2) years of financial and/or administrative experience. Senior Award Management Coordinator Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position. Two years of financial and/or administrative experience. Demonstrated research administration experience in a university setting with responsibility for post-award financial management. Preferred Qualifications Award Management Coordinator Experience at an institution of higher education. Experience with sponsored research program administration. Certification in research administration (CRA). Certification in research administration at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Illini CRA). Senior Award Management Coordinator Advanced degree. Advanced experience with sponsored research/other program post- award financial management within a University post-award research administration office. Certification in research administration (CRA). Certification in research administration at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Illini CRA). Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Award Management Coordinator Required: Knowledge of accounting principles including cost analysis, budget review, journal entries, and financial reporting. Effective communication skills and ability to work as a team member. Excellent computer skills including a comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and experience with electronic database systems. Strong interpersonal skills that reflect courtesy, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to develop and maintain effective work relationships. Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, and exercise good judgment in the performance of all work assignments. Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines while staying on task with daily assignments. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills. Well-developed standards of professional conduct and customer service including, but not limited to: accountability, acceptance of new challenges and responsibilities, and a focus on customer needs and prompt, accurate resolution of issues. Preferred: Solid understanding of sponsored research/other program administration. Understanding of Office of Management and Budget 2 CFR 200 and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Knowledge of cost share commitments, tracking processes and related systems. Knowledge regarding University sponsored programs, policies, and applicable sponsor regulations and experience interpreting and advising on their application. Knowledge of various award sponsors’ payment and financial reporting systems. Proficiency in Banner Financial System, with special emphasis on Banner Grants Module. Proficiency in myResearch Portal. Knowledge of general accounts receivable processes and GCash System. Senior Award Management Coordinator Required: Demonstrated ability to perform all Major Duties and Responsibilities with minimal supervisory oversight. Knowledge of accounting principles including cost analysis, budget review, journal entries, and financial reporting. Solid understanding

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Formulation Scientist

About Epivara Epivara is transforming animal welfare through science-driven innovation. Our mission is simple yet profound: how we treat animals matters. We are pioneering next-generation alternatives to traditional spay and neuter surgeries. By eliminating the need for invasive procedures, Epivara is creating a safer, more humane, and cost-effective approach to animal population control. Our work empowers veterinarians, shelters, and welfare organizations around the world to improve animal health, reduce overpopulation, and expand access to care—one injection at a time. About the Role Epivara is building a dedicated Formulation Team to accelerate the development of next generation drug delivery systems for humane sterilization of domestic animals and beyond. The Formulation Scientist will participate in developing formulation for drug delivery as a form of pellet, tablet, and implant. Reporting the Lead Chemist/Scientist and collaborating with the R&D team, this individual will play a critical role in advancing Epivara’s core pipeline (iSpay and iNeuter across multiple species) while also driving new product innovations for animal and human medicine. The role is hands-on, requiring a bachelor’s degree-level scientist/engineer with strong theoretical background and laboratory experience. Pay Range $60,000 – 100,000 Responsibilities Formulation Design & Development Work on formulation projects for controlled- and sustained-release drug delivery systems, including polymerbased implants, biodegradable pellets, and other forms. Explore and design additional prototypes for broader applications in veterinary and human medicine. Perform testing of stability, compatibility, release kinetics, and bioavailability in collaboration with internal and external partners. Laboratory & Team Building Under the supervision of the Lead Chemist/Scientist, implement best practices for formulation design, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance. Supervise and mentor junior chemists/scientists/engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, safety, and accountability. Collaborate with Epivara’s R&D and operations teams to align project goals and timelines. Regulatory & Commercial Support Generate formulation data packages to support regulatory submissions in domestic and international markets. Partner with regulatory experts to ensure formulations meet quality and compliance requirements. Provide technical input for manufacturing scale-up and technology transfer to CDMOs or industry partners. Strategic Contribution & Growth Serve as Epivara’s in-house subject matter expert for drug delivery technologies. Contribute to the long-term pipeline strategy by identifying new opportunities and platforms. In the absence of the Lead Chemist/Scientist, represent Epivara in technical discussions with collaborators, investors, and strategic partners. Report regularly to the Lead Chemist/Scientist on formulation progress, challenges, and resource needs. Requirements Bachelor or higher degree in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field. Strong knowledge of basic chemistry, polymers, excipients, and controlled-release mechanisms. Skills in analytical characterization of formulations, including dissolution/release kinetics, stability testing, and physicochemical property evaluation. Experience working as a team member. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work cross-functionally. Additional Preferences 2–5 years of practical, hands-on formulation lab experience. Familiarity with implant fabrication methods, including pellet pressing, extrusion, or injection molding. Team and Reporting Structure This position reports directly to the Lead Chemist/Scientist and will work with colleagues as a team member. The team is expected to expand as formulation programs progress toward commercialization. To apply, please send your resume/CV to hello@epivara.com including a personal description in the email body.

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Equipment Operator/ Engineering Technician

About APTech We are a full-service pavement engineering consulting firm that provides effective solutions for the design, evaluation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of roadway and airport pavements. Since our founding in 1994, we have worked with clients at the state, federal, and local levels in the United States and abroad, and we are a recognized leader in our industry. We help our clients identify cost-effective strategies that reduce the overall life-cycle cost of preserving the pavement network while incorporating the latest pavement-related designs and technologies into organizational practice. About the Role Applied Pavement Technology, Inc (APTech) is seeking an Equipment Operator / Engineering Technician to join our team of skilled technicians who are responsible for collecting roadway and airport pavement-related data with our specialized pavement testing equipment and vehicles. An ideal candidate will have these characteristics: Interest in roads and/or aviation—Do you have an interest in aviation? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be on a runway at a major airport? Our technicians get the opportunity to collect data at a wide range of roadway and aviation facility types. Enjoy travel—Our technicians get the opportunity to work on roadways, airports, military bases, national forests, and so on in various locations throughout the United States and Canada. Note, when traveling, each APTech employee has their own hotel room, receives paid travel expenses, and receives a daily per diem allowance for meals. Mechanically inclined—Are you mechanically inclined? The ideal person for this position will be well-organized, enjoy getting their hands dirty, have some experience turning a wrench, and be able to troubleshoot issues and problem solve in the field when needed. Responsibilities Operating of specialized testing equipment on roadways and airports to collect pavement-related condition data. Testing equipment is mounted to a van or pulled behind a pickup truck. Maintaining and troubleshooting of the equipment. Mobilizing the equipment to and from the job site. Providing additional engineering project support when in the office (e.g., GIS and CAD mapping, pavement condition workstation surveys, and so on). Occasionally conducting manual pavement inspections. APTech will provide paid training and develop successful applicants on the operation and use of the following specialized testing equipment: Automated distress data collection vehicle. Falling weight deflectometer. Job Requirements This position will require multi-day travel and may require occasional night work. Typical trips last 5-12 days with the goal of not exceeding 14 days/month. Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when necessary. Valid driver’s license. Experience pulling trailers. Ability to drive for 8-12 hours within a day. Lift and move 60 lbs. Mechanically inclined with good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems is a plus. Outgoing personality. Good communication, organizational, and time-management skills. Good punctuality, trustworthiness, and professionalism when working independently. Good overall computer usage skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with AutoCAD and ArcGIS is a plus. Aviation experience and/or former military is a plus. To apply, visit http://appliedpavement.com/careers and select “Apply Here” and select “Equipment Operator / Engineering Technician.”

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