Genomics Lab Project Coordinator (Grant Operations)

New York Genome Center, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Genome Center (NYGC) invites applications for a Project Coordinator to support day-to-day management of scientific collaborations and program activities in the CGND/Phatnani Lab. You will assist with grant planning, progress reporting, and coordinating across NYGC, CUIMC, and partner stakeholders.

Under the Director's direction, you will track deadlines, provide editorial support, manage budgets, and help drive program objectives and operational efficiency within a funded program.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. degree required.
• Seven+ years of experience in an executive role within large academic or corporate settings.
• Experience coordinating multiple teams.
• Experience coordinating strategic initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with PowerPoint, Keynote, Photoshop and Illustrator is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with draft preparation, review and revision of grants and scientific writing.
• Coordinate with Sponsored Research staff to ensure timely grant submissions.
• Edit manuscripts, fellowship applications, progress reports and other communications.
• Coordinate with administrative and scientific contacts across NYGC, Columbia University and stakeholders.
• Draft, proofread and edit written materials (letters, proposals, annual NIH/foundation reports).
• Track NIH and non-NIH reporting deadlines to ensure compliance.

Skills

Executive leadership

Team coordination

Strategic initiatives

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Keynote

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

The New York Genome Center (NYGC) invites applications for a Project Coordinator to support day-to-day management of scientific collaborations and program activities in the CGND/Phatnani Lab. You will assist with grant planning, progress reporting, and coordinating across NYGC, CUIMC, and partner stakeholders.

Under the Director's direction, you will track deadlines, provide editorial support, manage budgets, and help drive program objectives and operational efficiency within a funded program.