Lab Operations & Hiring Coordinator

ACU College of Business Administration; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ACU NEXT Lab is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Assistant to support lab operations. The role coordinates between faculty, staff, and students, handling administrative tasks, communications, purchasing, and maintaining lab records.

The position also involves processing purchase orders, coordinating the student hiring process, and producing monthly and quarterly research reports, all while upholding ACU's Christian mission and core values.

Qualifications

• ACU is affiliated with the Church of Christ; professing Christian required.
• General computer skills: typing, email, PDFs, online calendars.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Assist in coordinating the student employee hiring process.
• Provide general administrative support to the department.
• Maintain department records and monthly expense reports.
• Post job openings and schedule interviews.
• Assist with training and onboarding of student employees.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Problem solving

Discretion handling confidential info

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

ACU NEXT Lab is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Assistant to support lab operations. The role coordinates between faculty, staff, and students, handling administrative tasks, communications, purchasing, and maintaining lab records.

The position also involves processing purchase orders, coordinating the student hiring process, and producing monthly and quarterly research reports, all while upholding ACU's Christian mission and core values.