Research Operations & Projects Administrator

Inside Higher Ed; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stanford, California seeks a Project Administrator to provide complex administrative support. Responsibilities include overseeing logistics, managing events, and processing financial transactions. Applicants should be proactive, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time, fixed-term position offers an engaging environment working closely with research teams.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of administrative experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficient in advanced computer skills with office software.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative functions and establish priorities.
• Serve as primary logistics planner for research.
• Process financial transactions and monitor budget statements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Proactive project management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Office software

Email applications

Job description

A leading educational institution in Stanford, California seeks a Project Administrator to provide complex administrative support. Responsibilities include overseeing logistics, managing events, and processing financial transactions. Applicants should be proactive, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time, fixed-term position offers an engaging environment working closely with research teams.