Project Coordinator, CGND/Phatnani Lab
About The Position
The Center for Genomics of Neurodegenerative Disease (CGND)/Phatnani Lab is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Project Coordinator to assist with the day-to-day management of complex scientific collaborations and program-wide activities for the Phatnani Lab. This role supports a partnership between Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) and the CGND. The Project Coordinator will work under the direction of the Director to manage a large, integrated contract/grant funded program, assisting with program/project planning, grant application preparation, and progress reports. Responsibilities include tracking action items, deadlines, grant goals, and progress.
Requirements
- B.A./B.S. degree.
- Seven or more years of experience in an executive role in large academic or corporate settings.
- Experience in coordinating multiple teams.
- Experience in coordinating strategic initiatives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel essential.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with databases and other programs, such as PowerPoint, Keynote, Photoshop, and Illustrator, desirable.
Responsibilities
- Assist with draft preparation, review, and revision of grants and scientific writing.
- Coordinate with and support Sponsored Research staff to ensure timely, accurate application submission.
- Edit manuscripts, fellowship applications, research progress reports, and other research communications materials.
- Coordinate and collaborate with administrative and scientific contacts across New York Genome Center, Columbia University, and other stakeholders.
- Draft, proofread, and edit written materials including letters, proposals, annual NIH reports, foundation reports, briefing materials, and promotional pieces.
- Track NIH and non-NIH reporting deadlines to ensure adequate reporting and compliance per funder guidelines.
- Provide advice on grantsmanship, editorial support, and standardized language for administrative sections.
- Organize reporting, plan meetings, and provide updates to the director.
- Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings as assigned.
- Analyze grant funding trends to identify growing programs, opportunities for increased funding, and areas in need of greater development.
- Assist with strategy development to expand pipelines of grant-based donors for lab operations, programs, and initiatives.
- Coordinate internal and external resources, ensuring that projects remain within scope and on schedule.
- Assist Director with the analysis of project progress and ensure appropriate allocation of efforts to achieve the goals of the lab.
- Partner with the Director to target process improvement efforts to enhance workflow and financial performance.
- Maintain reports and metrics for administrative, planning, quality improvement, and regulatory responses.
- Develop, recommend, and manage the operating budget and ensure that the lab operates within allocated funds and/or the strategic realities of the research projects.
- Achieve planned annual operating budget and productivity benchmark targets as assigned.
- Develop, establish, and implement policies and procedures for efficient lab operations.
Benefits
- Salary will be commensurate with experience and educational attainment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
