Office Manager

Connecticut Innovations; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovation organization in Connecticut seeks an Office Manager to streamline administrative operations. The successful candidate will manage scheduling, budget tracking, and vendor relations effectively. With a focus on enhancing team collaboration, the role demands a proactive individual with at least 3 years of experience in administrative tasks and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. This position offers a vibrant work environment and opportunities to contribute to technology advancements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in administrative, operations, or office management roles.
• Experience preferably in a nonprofit, academic, or startup environment.
• Proficiency with budgeting and vendor coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative operations to support QuantumCT.
• Manage calendars and coordinate meetings for leadership.
• Maintain systems for tracking budgets and expenses.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency with Google Workspace

Basic financial tracking experience

Education

3+ years in administrative roles

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Connecticut Innovations provided pay range

This range is provided by Connecticut Innovations. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations ("CI") is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.

Come join an ecosystem partner, QuantumCT - Leading the Next Quantum Revolution!!

QuantumCT Overview

QuantumCT is a public-private partnership accelerating the adoption of quantum technologies in Connecticut and beyond. QuantumCT, the nonprofit organization that serves as the statewide coordinating body for advancing quantum technologies and convening industry and early‑stage innovators, academia, and the public sector. QuantumCT is the result of a landmark partnership between Yale University and the University of Connecticut that was launched in response to the National Science Foundation’s Regional Innovation Engines program. Yale and UConn are also working in partnership with the state to advance Connecticut’s quantum ecosystem.

In March 2025, Al Green was appointed Chief Executive Officer at QuantumCT.

The Quantum Technology Market

The United Nations has designated 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating 100 years since the initial development of quantum mechanics. McKinsey research in 2025 illustrates quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing could together generate up to $97 billion in revenue worldwide by 2035.

• Quantum computing could be worth $28 billion to $72 billion, quantum communication could be worth $11 billion to $15 billion, and quantum sensing could be worth $7 billion to $10 billion—for a total of as much as $97 billion.
• McKinsey predicts that by 2040, the total QT market could reach $198 billion.

Quantum Technology will affect many industries; the chemicals, life sciences, financial services, and mobility industries will see the most growth. Private and public investors are increasingly confident that Quantum Technology start‑ups will generate measurable value; in 2024 investors poured nearly $2 billion into Quantum Technology start‑ups worldwide, a 50 percent increase compared to $1.3 billion in 2023.

Connecticut’s Investment in Quantum Technology

In November 2025, Governor Lamont announced new investments in Connecticut’s quantum technology infrastructure, workforce, and research capacity – a keystone moment in the state’s plan to fully capitalize on the economic opportunities created by next‑generation technologies. The State of Connecticut pledged $121 million to QuantumCT. The funds will strengthen Connecticut’s already robust leadership in the emerging quantum economy by accelerating technology development, workforce training, and commercialization.

The investment will support the launch of the QuantumCT incubator, a fully functional deep‑tech hub in New Haven. This first‑of‑its‑kind facility will combine co‑working and lab space with engineering and materials characterization capabilities, quantum testbeds, and onsite technical expert.

• UConn has embraced quantum research for decades and has added state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure to support its mission. In 2023, UConn opened major facilities aligned with quantum technologies, including the “Science 1” building on the main campus in Storrs. The facility offers highly advanced laboratories, including clean room facilities, needed to advance quantum materials and applied quantum research.
• Yale is investing in a new science and engineering complex to support initiatives in quantum science, engineering and materials research, instrumentation development, and the Yale Quantum Institute. The Upper Science Hill Development complex is one of the largest capital commitments in Yale’s history, totaling more than 600,000 gross square feet.

Office Manager

The Office Manager plays a key role in facilitating QuantumCT’s administrative operations and maintaining an efficient and responsive office environment. This individual will coordinate across teams to support scheduling, expense tracking, procurement, and documentation. The role requires strong communication, discretion, and a solutions‑oriented mindset to anticipate needs and streamline processes.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily administrative operations to support QuantumCT.
• Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and support scheduling for leadership.
• Maintain systems for tracking budgets, expenses, reimbursements, and vendor invoices.
• Support the planning and logistics of meetings, workshops, and special events.
• Maintain accurate digital and physical filing systems, ensuring organized and accessible records.
• Coordinate vendor relationships, contracts, and office supply procurement.
• Assist in onboarding new team members and ensuring they are equipped with necessary tools and information.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation for leadership and funders.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture aligned with QuantumCT’s mission and values.

Required Education And/or Experience

• 3+ years of experience in administrative, operations, or office management roles, preferably in a nonprofit, academic, or startup environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Willingness to handle day‑to‑day administrative tasks with a collaborative, no‑task‑is‑too‑small mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and CRM platforms.
• Experience with basic financial tracking, budgeting, or vendor coordination preferred.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to teamwork and problem‑solving.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

QuantumCT is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We actively encourage candidates from broad, diverse backgrounds to apply.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Technology, Information and Media