Hybrid Lab & Office Operations & Events Coordinator

merl; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Home office and internet reimbursement

Commuting support

Tuition assistance

Onsite with remote flexibility

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL) in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Lab & Office Coordinator to create a welcoming workplace and support daily operations.

This hands-on role requires you to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate with HR, IT, Facilities, and other teams to keep the lab running smoothly. A bachelor's degree and 2+ years in administration are preferred, with opportunities to grow across events, communications, and HR.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in administration or office coordination.
• Hospitality experience helpful.
• Bachelor's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate executive visits, meetings, seminars, interviews, and events.
• Plan intern programs, employee events, and culture-building activities.
• Manage day-to-day office operations including purchasing and vendor relations.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, Facilities, and Property Management to keep MERL running smoothly.
• Coordinate the lab's shared calendar, meetings, and events.
• Provide administrative and operational support across the organization.
• Support MERL's communications and social media initiatives.
• Bring ideas and continuously improve workflows.

Skills

Office coordination

Multitasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL) in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Lab & Office Coordinator to create a welcoming workplace and support daily operations.

This hands-on role requires you to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate with HR, IT, Facilities, and other teams to keep the lab running smoothly. A bachelor's degree and 2+ years in administration are preferred, with opportunities to grow across events, communications, and HR.