What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Program Administrator position at Honda?
Job Purpose
Accountable for developing, implementing, and maintaining the efficient operation of the Auto Development Center (ADC) research program. Responsible for providing overall administrative direction including coordinating all aspects of the ADC research program of themes such as administration, implementation, communication, resource and asset management. Requires independent decision making within a delegated area of authority and the exercise of leadership in the management of support services.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide administrative support regarding the operation of the ADC research program by examining, reviewing, and assessing long-term and immediate needs.
- Collect, analyze, assess, and summarize operational information relevant to the decision making process and develop recommendations for final approval and implementation.
- Counsel ADC Research Theme Leaders to ensure that they understand established theme flow guidelines and reporting requirements.
- Plan and coordinate arrangements for research theme evaluations and annual ADC research events. This includes representing the company with external partners for joint activities.
- Exercise appropriate fiscal controls and processes for research operations. Monitor and reconcile budgetary accounts.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
- Associates Degree or 3 years, related experience.
- Japanese language skills are desired.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
- Passion for learning and providing output by asking questions, solving problems, challenging the status quo.
- Ability to collaborate within the team, as well as, across the other groups to gain required information to complete daily operations.
- Confidently make autonomous decisions to facilitate smooth research operations bounded by understanding of the company research flow guidelines.
- Clearly communicate with team members, management, internal and external partners.
Working Conditions
- Must take initiative, be self-sufficient and work independently.
- Occasional travel for purposes such as training, conferences, and on-site visits with partners.
- Frequently deals with multiple requests and simultaneous deadlines.
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
- Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
- Free Drinks Onsite
Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
