Resource Coordinator II - Microbiome Center- Hybrid
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A Brief Overview
The CHOP Microbiome Center's sequencing core is seeking a Resource Coordinator II.
We’re seeking breakthrough makers! Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia was built on the belief that we can change lives. Today, in every role throughout our hospital, research institute and care network, the 22,000 members of our workforce are finding new ways – big and small – to make a difference for the patients and families we serve.
If you are ready to challenge yourself, be inspired and grow – no matter what your role – you just may be the kind of breakthrough maker who will thrive at CHOP.
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The CHOP Microbiome Center was established in 2015 as part of the PennCHOP Microbiome Program. The Program’s mission is to develop microbiome-based strategies that generate biomarkers or therapeutics to improve health and treat disease. For more information about the CHOP Microbiome Center please use the link below to learn more.
Preferred candidate will have a background in molecular biology. The successful applicant will work independently with regular communication with the Center's leadership after training on our workflows. Salary is commensurate with experience. A minimum of two year commitment is requested.
What you will do
- Clinical / Program Coordination
- Coordinate and track complex clinical, program or research activities.
- Serve as the main point of contact for activities and projects.
- Organize, monitor and assist with the review, editing and submission of documentation including grants, manuscripts, galleys, proofs, articles, publications and presentations.
- Facilitate the maintenance and improvement of protocols and processes.
- Assist with financial functions including budgets, reimbursements, invoices, expenses, purchase orders, renewals, funding, variances and financial reports.
- Maintain systems, databases, procedures, and websites for records and reporting.
- Maintain program metrics and related tools and regularly reports results.
- Coordinate information collection, compilation and dissemination as required.
- Administrative Support
- Prepare and coordinate for meetings, interviews, committees, conferences and calendars including schedules, travel, agendas and minutes.
- Prepare presentations, letters, reports, memoranda, and related materials.
- Assist in message creation and development including website content, fact sheets, correspondences, emails, lectures, social media posts and other formats.
- Track and manage materials and inventory, and coordinate supply purchasing
- Other duties and administrative support projects as required.
Education Qualifications
- High School Diploma / GED Required
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Experience Qualifications
- At least three (3) years research, coordination or administrative experience Required
- At least five (5) years of research, coordination or administrative experience Preferred
- At least three (3) years of experience in a healthcare related environment Preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and protocols
- Basic knowledge of HIPAA regulations
- Intermediate proficiency with electronic medical record software (EPIC)
- Advanced proficiency with word processing software (Word)
- Intermediate proficiency with presentation software (PowerPoint)
- Intermediate proficiency with spreadsheet software (Excel)
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Solid conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, professionals working onsite—at any CHOP location, for any portion of time—must be vaccinated for COVID-19. Learn more.
CHOP also requires employees who work in patient care buildings to receive an annual influenza vaccine. Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.