Department: 170601 - Physics and Astronomy

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
The Research Operations Coordinator will provide high level operational, administrative, and organizational support to ensure smooth day to day functioning of a growing lab focused on ribosome assembly, DNA mismatch repair, viral RNA processing, and advanced single molecule fluorescence microscopy. The successful candidate will coordinate research and associated outreach activities. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day operations of the lab, including but not limited to coordination and management of the following: lab duties, standard operating procedures, orders, lab safety, data storage and backup, web and social media, team building, lab inventories, lab budget, and a summer research program for high school students.

The Physics and Astronomy Department provides: (1) High quality Physics instruction to the University community through courses in introductory physics; (2) educational opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in physics through high quality curricula, faculty, and research facilities; (3) outreach programs that advance scientific knowledge. Our research programs cover a diverse spectrum including astrophysics, general relativity, condensed matter theory and experiment, computational physics, biophysics, nanoscale science, physics education, experimental nuclear physics, particle and nuclear theory, experimental optics, and experimental atomic and molecular physics. The department enrolls approximately 120 graduate students and 140 undergrad physics majors. The department size is approximately 57 faculty members. While working in this department, you will be expected to foster a supportive and welcoming environment.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Support lab operations, safety, inventory, purchasing, and budget activitiesCoordinate research and outreach activities
• Maintain SOPs and data storage/backup processes
• Support website and social media updates
• Support the summer high school research program
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with standard computer applications

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred but not required

• 1-2 years of related administrative, operational, or research support experience
• Experience supporting research or laboratory operations
• Experience with purchasing, inventory, or budget management
• Experience developing or maintaining standard operating procedures
• Experience with data management and/or website and social media management
• Experience coordinating outreach or educational programs

Required license or certification:
N/A

Position Number: 17MMB4

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department: 170601 - Physics and Astronomy

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
The Research Operations Coordinator will provide high level operational, administrative, and organizational support to ensure smooth day to day functioning of a growing lab focused on ribosome assembly, DNA mismatch repair, viral RNA processing, and advanced single molecule fluorescence microscopy. The successful candidate will coordinate research and associated outreach activities. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day operations of the lab, including but not limited to coordination and management of the following: lab duties, standard operating procedures, orders, lab safety, data storage and backup, web and social media, team building, lab inventories, lab budget, and a summer research program for high school students.

The Physics and Astronomy Department provides: (1) High quality Physics instruction to the University community through courses in introductory physics; (2) educational opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in physics through high quality curricula, faculty, and research facilities; (3) outreach programs that advance scientific knowledge. Our research programs cover a diverse spectrum including astrophysics, general relativity, condensed matter theory and experiment, computational physics, biophysics, nanoscale science, physics education, experimental nuclear physics, particle and nuclear theory, experimental optics, and experimental atomic and molecular physics. The department enrolls approximately 120 graduate students and 140 undergrad physics majors. The department size is approximately 57 faculty members. While working in this department, you will be expected to foster a supportive and welcoming environment.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Support lab operations, safety, inventory, purchasing, and budget activitiesCoordinate research and outreach activities
• Maintain SOPs and data storage/backup processes
• Support website and social media updates
• Support the summer high school research program
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with standard computer applications

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred but not required

• 1-2 years of related administrative, operational, or research support experience
• Experience supporting research or laboratory operations
• Experience with purchasing, inventory, or budget management
• Experience developing or maintaining standard operating procedures
• Experience with data management and/or website and social media management
• Experience coordinating outreach or educational programs

Required license or certification:
N/A

Position Number: 17MMB4

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.