Senior Assistant for Operations

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Laboratory for Nuclear Science in Cambridge, MA invites applications for a Senior Assistant for Operations. You will provide high-level support to LNS senior leadership across programs, coordinating initiatives and research activities while handling day-to-day administration, events, and operations.

You will thrive in a dynamic team, applying initiative and collaboration to advance the lab's research mission and strategic priorities, with strong written

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years of administrative/office experience.
• Advanced computer skills; familiarity with Macs and/or PCs.
• Expertise with Word, Excel, SAP, Concur, and on-line calendar software.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and shift priorities as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong grammar and editorial ability.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Discretion and good judgment with confidential information; reliable and punctual.
• Willingness to learn new skills and MIT processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate initiatives and research-related activities for LNS senior leadership.
• Provide day-to-day administration, events, and operations support.
• Support multiple programs and projects advancing LNS’s research mission and priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels and function autonomously within a dynamic team.

Skills

Word

Excel

Calendar software

Advanced computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Editorial ability

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Reliability

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Concur

Job description

Posting Description

SENIOR ASSISTANT FOR OPERATIONS, Laboratory for Nuclear Science , will provide comprehensive support to LNS senior leadership for multiple programs and projects towards advancing LNS’s research mission and strategic priorities. In this role, the successful candidate will coordinate initiatives and research-related activities while providing support for the day-to-day administration, events, and operations of LNS. This position will serve as a critical component of a dynamic administrative team and thrive in a work environment where initiative and collaboration are cornerstones to success.

The Full Job Description Is Available, Here

https://web.mit.edu/lns/jobs/index.html

Job Requirements

• REQUIRED : High school diploma or equivalent; five years of administrative, office, or related experience; advanced-level computer skills and familiarity with Macs and/or PCs; expertise with Word, Excel, SAP, Concur, on-line calendar software; ability to coordinate a number of projects simultaneously and adapt to and shift priorities as necessary; excellent verbal and written communication skills, including excellent grammar and editorial ability; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to research and resolve complex problems with minimal supervision; excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; record of reliability and punctual attendance; discretion and good judgment with highly sensitive/confidential information/materials; willingness to learn new skills and programs as needed; work under pressure and develop an understanding of organizational dynamics; and collaborate with colleagues at all levels and function autonomously with minimal supervision in a highly visible position.
• PREFERRED : Bachelor’s degree or certificate in business administration; project management experience; familiarity with MIT processes and policies; or familiarity with Artificial Intelligence for business operations and administrative purposes.

10/15/2026