Works directly with ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer program leadership to advance the efforts of the research programs.
Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external research programs.
Perform project management tasks including planning, estimating and monitoring timelines to ensure on-time completion.
Assist with program/lab operations to ensure that day-to-day running of the programs are successful.
Assist protocol revisions and updates, as well as annual reviews (IACUC, IRB, IBC, Safety, Radiation, etc.).
Assist with grant-writing in the form of updating facilities section/budget justification sections.
Assist with the training and initial set-up of employees (orientation, IT access, etc.).
Collaborate with HR to post new staffing positions, help screen potential candidates, schedule interviews, check in with HR on statuses.
Oversee purchasing/general ordering to keep the lab stocked and supplied appropriately.
Coordinate Lab Meeting schedule(s).
Assist in lab organization and oversight, including annual cleanup and general stock maintenance.
Maintain warranties and coordinate for lab equipment repair.
Calibration of instruments and pipettes, BSLC hoods, incubators, centrifuges, and other instruments.
Coordinate with other OB/GYN stakeholders to ensure the lab is successful.
Maintain detailed meeting notes from implementation and program development meetings.
Manages all aspects of virtual and on-site event planning, including before, during, and after the event, meeting strict deadlines, and operating within budget constraints.
Nurtures and builds relationships with vendors and other industry contacts to develop and execute creative and logistical aspects of events.
Stays current, and often ahead of the curve, on event planning, design, and production trends, proactively identifying opportunities and solving operational challenges.
Trains and prepares speakers for upcoming events on interfacing with event technology and optimizing presentation style for remote events.
Coordinates with internal staff, clients, vendors, and others to determine and fulfill needs for events and serve as virtual event liaison with clients and client teams.
Researches resources and facilitates pre-event meetings when necessary to help staff make decisions about event design and features.
Sets up and maintains an annual online calendar for special events, including Grand Rounds, Morbidity and Mortality (M&M), regional/national conferences, and resident didactics.
Applies for and fulfills requirements for CME accreditation for various presentation series.
Accurately tracks attendance for various presentation series and archives presentations and attendance lists to ensure compliance requirements.
Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
Analyzes program budgets and uses a moderate/high level of authority to recommend or makes budgetary recommendations.
Uses moderate/solid understanding and experience to administer the delivery of services to program participants and/or beneficiaries.
Has moderate/high levels of interactions with faculty, researchers and staff for committee work or information.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelorâ™s degree in a related field.
Experience:
Lab support/lab research management experience.
Preferred Competencies
Organization.
Problem-solving.
Collaboration.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work autonomously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Basic computer proficiency.
Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
Analytical skills.
Working Conditions
Office/Lab Setting.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
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