Scheduled Hours

20

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for assisting in the administration of the Pappu lab and the Center for Biomolecular Condensates (the Center). The Program Coordinator will manage seminars and events the Center, manage meetings within the Pappu lab, serve as Webmaster for the center website, edit and publish the center Newsletter twice a year, help with preparing the annual report of the center, handle administrative duties such as coordinating orders and collecting documents for processing of travel reports within the Pappu lab, and provide administrative support to the Director of the Center.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organizes, coordinates, and advertises the center seminars and events, including the managing of email lists. Responsible for organizing travel and itineraries, and hosting invited speakers and visitors. Schedules space, oversee logistics and set up, and arranges for catering for seminars and events. Creates, maintains, and projects budget for seminar and event expenses. Creates and maintains e-mail distribution list for seminar announcements and creates seminar flyer(s) suitable for e-mail. Designs, creates and publishes event brochure and creates website for registration.
• Serves as primary contact for internal and external persons, businesses, vendors, and publishers. Executes and processes all purchases for the center office and the Pappu lab. Coordinates and schedules laboratory visits; hosts visitors to laboratory and center. Processes documents in workday for center office and laboratory. Prepares letters, correspondence, forms, etc.
• Serves as Webmaster for the center website. Maintains design of website; designs new web pages, creates, edits, revises and updates website. Creates and maintains content and graphics of website. Solicits information from center faculty members for inclusion on the website or finds and creates information by researching the internet or other means. Uploads video content including tutorials and PR material. Assists with website design, content, and graphical design of lab and center website. Obtains digital pictures for websites. Organizes group meetings to discuss and make decisions regarding the center and lab websites.
• Designs, produces, prepares and prints center brochure and Newsletter for distribution in all media types. Edits, publishes and distributes newsletters. Solicits articles, obtains photos and conducts interviews for the newsletter. Produces graphical designs for center brochure, Newsletter, posters (center and laboratory), PowerPoint presentations, figures for journal or book publications, letterhead, business cards, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree, Master's degree

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Adaptability, Budgeting, Community Organization, Computer Software Applications, Customer Service, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Educational Institutions, Government Agencies, Nonprofit Organizations, Oral Communications, Organizational Processes, Organizing, Problem Resolution, Project Coordination, Self Motivation, Working Independently

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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