Research Operations & Communications Lead

Penn State University; Hershey, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Penn State Cancer Institute in Hershey, PA is seeking a Research Operations Specialist to provide administration, planning, and research operations support across PSCI functions. The role serves as the Director’s liaison and leads marketing/communications for PSCI Administration while assisting leadership on program development and events.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience, with duties spanning travel planning, meetings, and confidential project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• No required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Director's calendar, meetings, travel and communications.
• Coordinate meetings, minutes, and materials for engagements.
• Lead PSCI marketing/communications efforts and oversee website/newsletter.
• Support PSCI leadership with data collection, reports and presentations.
• Coordinate HR activities and visa processes for PSCI labs.

Skills

Calendar management

Communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder liaison

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Content management systems

Job description

Penn State Cancer Institute in Hershey, PA is seeking a Research Operations Specialist to provide administration, planning, and research operations support across PSCI functions. The role serves as the Director’s liaison and leads marketing/communications for PSCI Administration while assisting leadership on program development and events.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience, with duties spanning travel planning, meetings, and confidential project