Research Program Coordinator

This position is for a individual with a BS degree in biology or chemistry that has at least 2 years of experience in a closely related work environment. This individual must be willing to spend time in a laboratory. This person must work cooperatively and confidentially in terms of budgeting and project management. A technical background with analytical instruments is preferred.

Research accounting/grant review

– Tracking research expenditures (personnel and supplies)
– Keep accurate spreadsheets of all grants and cost projections
– Meet with deans office grant administrators monthly to make sure spending is accurate

Laboratory buyer

– Place all orders for the lab (chemicals, office supplies, instrumentation, consumables, etc)
– Place all orders in a timely fashion
– Keep orders organized and maintain accurate record keeping
– Point of contact for all vendor reps, the department buyer, and the stockroom staff

Chemical Inventory 

• Maintain extremely accurate record of all final compounds made by students (as well as all compounds currently in the library)

Compound shipments

– Willingness to work in the lab to weigh out compounds
– Responsible for retrieving samples, weighing them out, and shipping them to collaborators
– Will be point of contact for collaborators (sometimes may require to meet in person)
– Keeping an accurate record of what compounds are sent out and when

Job Summary

Executes protocol-related research procedures, activities, outreach, and education. Manages a complex program or study or multiple programs and studies. Collects and analyzes data and complies with all policies and regulations. Recommends improvements to policy and procedure.

Essential Functions 

This position is for a individual with a BS degree in biology or chemistry that has at least 2 years of experience in a closely related work environment. This individual must be willing to spend time in a laboratory as well as meeting the demands of a laboratory manager. This person must work cooperatively and confidentially in terms of budgeting and project management. A technical background with analytical instruments is preferred.  

Physical Effort 

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (2-5 hours a day) and have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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Assignment Category Part-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Research Program Coordinator II
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Research Program Support
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule to be determined based on dept needs
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range $21 per hour
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable