Project Administrator (Non-Technical), Business Coordinator

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 82,667,000 - 103,327,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago seeks a Project Administrator, Business Coordinator for the BSD OBA - Sereno Lab. The role supports non-technical projects from conception to completion, building teams, work plans, budgets, and status reports.

Responsibilities include CT scanning, calendar/logistics, travel coordination, exhibit and film project management, lab accounting, and progress reporting. 37.5 hours/week; pay $28.85–$36.06/hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of related work experience.
• CT scanning experience preferred.
• Project management experience required.
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and logistics for lab projects.

Responsibilities

• CT scanning and logging.
• Scheduling and calendar management.
• Planning and logistics for trips, conferences, field expeditions, and research trips.
• Exhibit management scheduling and project management.
• Film-related project coordination and scheduling.
• Preparing progress reports and meeting agendas.
• Lab accounting, reconciliation and cash advance.

Skills

Project management

CT scanning

Education

Vocational training

Tools

CT scanning

Job description

Department

BSD OBA - Sereno Lab

About the Department

Through the disciplines of Comparative Biomechanics, Evolution and Developmental Biology, Behavioral Neurobiology, and Vertebrate Paleontology, our mission is to explore animal form and function and how they change over the short time frame of an individual's life history and long time frame of the history of animal life.

The Project Administrator, Business Coordinator position reports to PI, Professor Paul Sereno and manages lab activities including overseeing the lab and PI scheduling, managing budgets, lab accounting and reconciliation duties and project management for lab research projects and additional special projects as needed. The Project Administrator, Business Coordinator will also complete CT scanning for research projects. This position will also oversee and coordinate project management for lab exhibitions and logistics management of field expeditions.

Job Summary

The job provides business support for non-technical (not information technology or construction related) projects from conception to completion. Performs administrative duties as they relate to the assembly of teams and the development of detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.

Responsibilities

• CT scanning and logging.
• Scheduling/managing calendar.
• Planning and logistics for trips, conferences, field expeditions, and research trips.
• Scheduling, planning and project management for exhibit management.
• Scheduling and project management for Film-related project.
• Lab meeting agendas, note taking and project management.
• Lab accounting-reconciliation and cash advance.
• Assists in coordinating daily projects, including preparing and maintaining non-technical (not information technology or construction related) project plans, budgets, and staffing requirements.
• Supports or independently performs administrative tasks such as arranging meetings, developing agendas, and preparing progress reports.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Previous CT scanning experience.
• Project Management experience.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (optional)
• Contact information of at least references

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Job Family

Administration & Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Range

$28.85 - $36.06 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

Posting Statement

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