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Research Coordinator

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Research Coordinator

Our client, a well-renowned Institution in Boston, Ma is seeking a Early Career Research Coordinator for an immediate contract opportunity. This position is focused on supporting individuals in the early stages of their careers by overseeing various programs and advocating for participants. The coordinator will assist with implementing and managing development opportunities and training initiatives to support professional growth across the programs.

**Candidates must be local to the Boston area as this role is fully onsite x5 days/week**

Responsibilities:

  • Administers and coordinates the Fellowship and Internship Programs, overseeing the entire process from recruitment to program completion, including application review, acceptance, orientation, and exit procedures.
  • Supports internal relations by managing communications, workflows, and identifying and resolving issues across divisions, ensuring effective coordination with administrators and staff.
  • Updates website content and online application procedures, assists with coordinating welcome orientations, and supports annual review processes for the fellowship programs.
  • Ensures timely and clear communication with a wide range of stakeholders, including internal divisions, human resources, finance, external scientific institutions, and sponsors.
  • Reviews awards and stipends, staying updated on relevant policies, and manages insurance coverage, benefits, and tax-related matters for early career researchers, while assisting with professional budget management and travel support.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
  • 1-3 years of administrative support or project management experience
  • Skilled in managing programs, with knowledge of relevant regulations, practices, and collaborative processes in a variety of organizational settings
  • Capable of preparing and submitting accurate reports for projects and programs, while ensuring clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Experienced in building effective relationships to coordinate across various teams and ensuring smooth program execution
  • Familiar with developing content for online platforms, managing data, and analyzing metrics for program performance
  • Highly accurate and detail-oriented, excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple competing tasks and projects according to urgency