Research Group Coordinator

Research Group Coordinator

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Job Summary

The Research Group Coordinator provides specialized, high-level administrative support to faculty and research teams within Human Evolutionary Biology, managing financial transactions, operational coordination, and compliance tasks to support complex global research activities. Serving as the primary administrative liaison, this role significantly reduces the administrative burden on faculty, enabling a stronger focus on teaching and research. The coordinator operates independently, handling various responsibilities including financial processing, vendor management, and international field research logistics.

Job Specific Responsibilities

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• Serves as principal administrative contact for faculty, researchers, and students in the lab on daily administrative lab activities including business operations, purchasing / procurement, shipping, compliance, electronic document organizing, etc.
• Provides information on applicable University policies and procedures, such as reimbursement deadlines, travel policy, etc. to ensure compliance.

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Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

Additional Qualifications and Skills :

The ideal candidate for this role embodies a growth mindset and is energized by the opportunity to collaborate across the department in support of the academic and scientific research mission. Additionally, they bring a strong desire to be an engaged community member within HEB, contributing to a dynamic and supportive environment that fosters both personal and collective growth.

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Additional Information

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

This position is salary grade level 054. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

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