Special Projects/Events Coordinator - Cambridge, United States - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Description

Biology , to work closely with the director of administration and finance (DAF) and department head (DH) to manage a wide range of goal-oriented projects.

Will collect, organize, and present data on project outcomes; coordinate and manage department-related scientific and social events, including departmental and faculty retreats, special symposia, seminars, meetings, celebrations/memorials; generate internal and external departmental communications on behalf of the DH.

Special projects may be related to new or continuing initiatives, faculty recruiting and promotions, postdoc recruiting and professional development, updating/streamlining department workflows for efficiency, improving engagement within the community, and communications to increase visibility into the accomplishments and activities of the department.

Will perform additional administrative tasks to directly support the DH and DAF, serve as liaison with MIT DLC's and collaborating institutions, attend various meetings, help DH plan ahead, and monitor and report on progress and outcomes.