Cancer Center Programs & Grants Coordinator

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,633; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health care plans

Retirement benefits

Tuition discounts

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development resources

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chicago is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to provide essential support for the leadership and planning activities of the cancer center. This role involves managing operations, coordinating events, and supporting strategic planning activities. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills and experience in academia or cancer research is preferred. Comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in academia and/or cancer research preferred.
• Experience in meeting and strategic planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the cancer center.
• Create and nurture relationships with organizations.
• Coordinate the collection, analysis & reporting of required information.
• Coordinate programming and events to promote research objectives.
• Prepare proposals and provide administrative guidance for grants.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Comfortable using office computer programs

Job description

A leading educational institution in Chicago is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to provide essential support for the leadership and planning activities of the cancer center. This role involves managing operations, coordinating events, and supporting strategic planning activities. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills and experience in academia or cancer research is preferred. Comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities are available.