The Xiao Wang group at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is looking for an exceptional and energetic Operations Specialist to join a rapidly growing multidisciplinary group. The Wang Lab focuses on developing and applying state-of-the-art chemical and genomic analysis tools to charge cellular RNAs from birth to death and understand how the RNA life cycle is shaped and regulated in time and space to serve biological functions. This person will handle all administrative operations for Dr. Xiao Wang including schedule and travel management as well as oversight of the labs daily operations including budget and project management. This role requires onsite presence 4-5 days per week.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree and 3 years of experience
Self-motivated fast learner and proactive in identifying problems
Strong communication skills and independence
Adaptable and flexible with fast-changing priorities
Expertise in calendar and travel management
Ability to handle confidential information
PREFERRED EXPERTISE
Basic knowledge of budget management
Project management
Experience working in an academic lab environment
Experience with academic and scientific writing and file management (grants news and letters)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Calendar management
Travel management
Catering & event coordination
Onboarding & offboarding lab members
Management of affiliate appointments
Collaboration with grants administration team for monitoring of projects
Collaboration across various departments for special projects
The Broad will not offer sponsorship for this opportunity
Required Experience:
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Broad Institute is a multidisciplinary community of researchers on a mission to improve human health.