Research Operations Project Coordinator

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Research Operations Project Coordinator opportunity in South San Francisco, CA 94080

Job Title: Research Operations Project Coordinator
Location: 1 DNA Way South San Francisco- 94080
Duration: 2+ years Contract
Pay Rate: $40/hr on W2
Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Job Description:

The Research Operations Project Coordinator will provide administrative support for scientific and executive meetings, events, and projects. This role involves coordinating meetings, managing calendars, preparing reports, and assisting with research-sponsored programs and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meeting & Event Support: Organize and manage Research Leadership Team (RLT) meetings, Research Review Committee (RRC) meetings, and other executive meetings. Tasks include scheduling, preparing agendas, arranging catering, AV support, and room setup.
• Calendar & Data Management: Manage departmental calendars and distribution lists. Support Directors and RRC members with database access and training. Track meeting schedules and generate reports as needed.
• Documentation & Reporting: Take meeting minutes, update records, and support continuous improvement of meeting processes. Assist with organizing and tracking departmental goals.
• Project Coordination: Assist with additional research programs, including internships, website improvements, and RRC guidance documents. Provide support for other leadership meetings as needed.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree (Biological sciences preferred, but not required)
• At least 2 years of experience in an administrative or project coordination role
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with project management tools and administrative tasks
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with teams
• Preferred:
• Experience in a research or lab environment
• Strong technical skills and proficiency in software tools.

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

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Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

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