NSF Ex-FAB BioFoundry Program and Administrative Coordinator
California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI)
Summary of Job Details
The NSF Ex-FAB Biofoundry is a $22 million biofoundry funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in collaboration with UC Riverside and Cal Poly Pomona that was recently announced by the NSF. This will become a transformative campus resource and it is one of three large-scale NSF centers housed and administered at CNSI, which also include BioPACIFIC MIP and the Quantum Foundry. Under the direction of the CNSI Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives and Operations (EDSIO), the Ex-FAB administrative and program coordinator serves as the main point of contact for Ex-FAB; supports and helps develop Ex-FAB strategic programming and outreach activities across multiple campuses; facilitates long- and short-term planning; provides financial and administrative support for the Ex-FAB directors, staff scientist, external users, principal investigator, researchers, and students; coordinates events and visitors; and manages special projects. This position also provides similar support to CNSI strategic programming and activities, as well as the NSF BioPACIFIC MIP and Quantum Foundry centers, as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
1-3 years Experience managing complex projects with multiple deadlines and high level of critical detail, including identifying/tracking performance metrics
1-3 years Professional writing skills required to correspond on behalf of the Institute
1-3 years Demonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software
Proficiency in administrative office computer software programs, including Excel, Word, graphic design and web design/management programs
Demonstrated strong communication skills and ability to convey complex information obtained from multiple sources both verbally and in writing.
Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Special Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory conviction history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
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Application review begins 10/17/24
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #73344