Laura Wilson

Highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Administrative Assistant with experience in a dynamic research lab environment, managing grant funding, budgeting, and end-to-end administrative operations. Adept at coordinating timelines, handling complex documentation, and liaising with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth project execution. I’m now seeking to transition into a Project Coordinator role, where I can leverage my experience in financial oversight, process management, and cross-functional communication to support the successful delivery of projects. Known for being proactive, resourceful, and committed to maintaining high standards under pressure.

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Sloan Kettering Institute                         New York, NY

Senior Administrative Assistant                                                                            2010-Present

• Oversee day-to-day lab operations, fostering a collaborative environment and supporting research teams in meeting project goals. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for lab-related inquiries, addressing challenges, and ensuring timely resolution of operational and research-related issues. 
• Proactively identify and lead projects that support research operations, enhancing workflow and resolving challenges to ensure lab productivity. 
• Coordinate and submit NIH, ARPA-H, DoD, and philanthropic grant proposals, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and contributing to successful proposal development. 
• Collaborate with RFM to manage budgets for large-scale research projects, ensuring resource optimization and efficient spending. 
• Lead organizational projects, including migrating sample management platforms and training staff on new systems to improve data organization, accessibility, and accuracy. 
• Manage team calendars and travel logistics, handling itineraries and processing travel-related expenses efficiently.

A&E/Granada USA, The First 48                                                                        New York, NY

Associate Producer                                                                                            2008-2009

• Coordinated all production logistics for on-location staff, ensuring smooth operations for this Emmy-nominated television show. 
• Managed sensitive paperwork for police investigations, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. 
• Problem-solved production challenges, ensuring minimal disruptions to schedules and project timelines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. 
• Drafted production reports and communicated detailed case information, ensuring the producer and editor were aligned on progress.

Law Offices of Todtman, Nachamie, Spizz and Johns, P.C.                                    New York, NY

Senior Paralegal                                                                                               2006-2008

• Managed complex case files and documents, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing, 
• Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and third parties, ensuring all parties are informed and deadlines are met 
• Tracked case progress and deadlines, ensuring that legal procedures are followed and necessary actions are taken 
• Support legal strategy by gathering and analyzing research
• Implemented organizational systems for document storage, filing, and tracking
• Prepared and maintain detailed records for ongoing cases, ensuring all documentation is up to date

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)