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Research Study Programs Coordinator II

The Institute for BioNanotechnology in Medicine seeks a Research Study Programs Coordinator to provide technical and administrative support in an active research environment. Key responsibilities for this position include coordinating special research initiatives and gathering data for new conceptual projects and proposals, providing basic IT support and back up lab management support, and assisting in preparing technical presentations, publicity materials, and developing and maintaining websites.

Specific duties include assisting in locating and researching new funding opportunities, gathering data on new conceptual projects and collaborations, and coordinating special projects, events, and activities. Additional duties involve assisting in creating technical presentations, posters, flyers, and other materials used to promote IBNAM events and activities, including assisting in creating content, designing layout, updating, and maintaining IBNAM websites. This position also assists in maintaining shared capital equipment and the IBNAM laboratory facilities, approving users and providing technical support for the IBNAM Core Facilities electronic reservation and billing system, and assisting faculty, students, and staff with general computer IT support.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills and abilities may be acquired, previous experience working in an academic office administrative setting, experience working in a laboratory or technical environment, experience in maintaining websites and providing IT support. Skills and other requirements include demonstrated initiative, the ability to work independently or on team projects, effective time management strategies, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualified candidates may apply for the position on the Northwestern University website http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/jobs/index.html. Search for Job ID 14645. Please also submit your resume to Kathy Burgess via email: k-burgess@northwestern.edu.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.