Office Coordinator Biology, Part-Time (Temporary)

Monmouth University is seeking applications for a Part-Time Temporary Office Coordinator in the Biology department which is part of the School of Science.

This is a temporary grant-funded position (current contract through 5/31/26) through a contract with Monmouth University for fisheries monitoring related to offshore wind development off the New Jersey coast. Subsequent years are contingent upon yearly project renewal and with funding agency. Additional time is subject to grant renewal. A flexible part-time schedule is available during the week and will be determined upon acceptance of the offer.

The incumbent will work as part of a fast-paced team under the direction of Professors Dunton and Adolf at Monmouth University to provide administrative support to a team of scientists who are monitoring fisheries related to various offshore wind development lease areas.

This is an in-person on-campus non-remote position.

For more information about the department please visit the Department of Biology web page.

Additional Application Material Required:

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the universitys career addition to the application candidatesmustupload the following documents. Applications willnotbe considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Professional References
• Cover Letter

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support for office functions specific to the Grants and contracts
• Assist with completing and processing grants paperwork
• Perform clerical duties including but not limited to: typing documents forms reports photocopying faxing scanning and filing
• Process expense vouchers travel vouchers and other documents related to vendors and subawards
• Purchase materials and supplies including following up with vendors
• Assist in maintaining and tracking budgets
• Arrange and confirm meetings
• Provide support for scheduling travel
• Proofreading documents responding and sending email correspondence
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1 - 3 years of related experience
• Basic level knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel 2016
• Must be able to utilize a variety of computer software programs to successfully complete assigned tasks
• Excellent interpersonal organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to treat confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Must be able to operate a variety of office equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with processing grants and contracts
• Experience in higher education

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Barbara Santos at or

Note to Applicants:

Please keep in mind that a job posted as Open until filled may close at any time without notice. As such we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Earned sick leave: Monmouth University provides its part-time staff employees including on-call staff and temporary employees with earned sick leave according to the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center - Employees are entitled to use the Fitness Center while employed in their PT or on-call capacity
• Recreational & Cultural Activities - Athletic and cultural events throughout the academic year are open to employees. Many of these events are open to employees free of charge or at reduced costs
• University Bookstore discount - Employees receive a ten percent (10%) discount on most items purchased in the University Bookstore.

To view a full list of benefits visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information Human Resources Monmouth University

Department:

Biology

Work Schedule:

Flexible schedule based on workload and availability

Total Weeks Per Year:

October 2025 May 2026

Hours Per Week:

Approximately up to 10 hours per week; flexibility for slightly more or less or as needed

Expected Salary:

$20.00 per hour

Union:

N/A

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled

Required Experience:

IC