Senior Operations Assistant & Projects Coordinator

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

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