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Project Coordinator
Job Number: 2024-46549
Category: Research
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Gene Therapy Center - W405200
Job Type: Part-Time
Salary Grade: 41
Union Code: Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: Sept. 13, 2024

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Director or designee, the Project Coordinator I provides analysis and support for projects, administrative, and general operations. Responsible for independent action on multiple projects as assigned. Tasks vary according to the priorities of the department.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Organize and plan work activities of the Department for review with appropriate senior staff
  • Implement and manage tasks in accordance with departmental objectives
  • Participate as a member of project teams
  • Assist senior staff with project development activities: compiling data, drafting reports, and assisting with special projects
  • Maintain project plans in Microsoft Project and produce related project reports
  • Compile and analyze data, and draft project reports for review by senior staff
  • Initiate and maintain contact with key personnel including staff, department heads and external parties
  • Update the Director or designee on project details and changes in a timely manner
  • Review pertinent correspondence, communications and other background materials on a daily basis to remain current on project and operation details
  • Draft routine correspondence, meeting minutes, management reports for the Director or designee and department staff
  • Prepare multi-media presentations and reports utilizing a variety of software applications including, but not limited to: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
  • Develop and maintain time schedules for department staff, project events and office activities
  • Maintain project files and support materials
  • Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelors degree in business administration, a related field, or equivalent experience

  • 1 year of experience coordinating and planning projects

  • Ability to work in a team and meet performance deadlines in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with clients and staff
  • Demonstrated experience in using computer-based tools including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet and database products.

** This is a part time 20 hr a week position**

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