The New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF) Research Institute is a rapidly growing and highly successful nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate cures through stem cell research.

We are seeking a Project Assistant, Scientific Operations (Part-Time) to join the Project Management team reporting to the Director, Project Management & Scientific Operations. You will be required to work onsite for 20 hours per week, either from Monday to Wednesday (6-7 hours per day) or Monday to Thursday (5 hours per day). You describe yourself as an organized, detail-oriented, proactive individual. You will support activities related to the collection of biological samples and managing NYSCF’s inventory of biological samples. You will interact with members of the Global Stem Cell Array, which includes scientists who work with the biological samples, as well as other personnel at NYSCF.

What you’ll do:

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing project team-related sample shipments; including sample handling and diligent preparation of all associated documentation, including manifests, packing slips, shipping labels, and release documents
• Prepare sample collection kits, including kit supplies, labels, and documentation
• Perform sample inventory audits and sample inventory cleanup
• Assist and participate in the identification, development, and improvement of best practices for sample collections and sample inventory management
• Provide project coordination support on projects or programs, as assigned, including documenting and editing project plans, action items, meetings, deliverables, progress reports, schedules, cost tracking, and other pertinent reports
• Maintain effective oral and written communication with project members and stakeholders
• Develop, edit, and review relevant tables, figures, presentations, and data, as assigned
• Provide additional support to the Project Management and scientific teams, as requested

• BA/BSc in biology/biotechnology or relevant field
• 0-1 years of experience in a scientific project assistant or scientific administrative role. Prior experience with administration, operations, project management, and sample inventory management is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required, with the ability to work with/across a range of disciplines including biology, engineering, software, operations, and business development
• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Must have high proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with project management software or LIMS is a plus
• Biological laboratory experience is a plus
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs and walk short distances

At NYSCF, we believe diversity in all forms makes us a better team, and we celebrate it. Yet studies have shown that women, people of color, and other minoritized individuals in STEM may be less likely to apply to jobs where they do not meet all of the criteria. Therefore, if you are excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that goes into effect on the first of the month following your start date. It includes a choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance (with 100% of the premiums paid for employees and subsidies for any dependents), 403b retirement plan with 5% employer match (immediate vesting schedule which starts after your first 90 days), short and long term insurance, life insurance, inclusive paid parental leave program, pretax transit and parking, legal aid benefits and wellness benefits. Our paid time off includes vacation, sick, personal days, flexible holidays, summer flex program, and all company holidays. If a visa is required, NYSCF will cover all of those costs. Relocation will sometimes be necessary; therefore, we will provide you with an allowance. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

NYSCF is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our organization. We provide equal opportunities to all applicants for employment without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The position is based at our location in Manhattan.

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Please be mindful of the following:

·NYSCF will only reach out to you through an “@nyscf.org” email address.

·Other than your email address or telephone number, which you may provide via a job application portal, NYSCF will never ask you to provide personally identifiable information about yourself (such as a Social Security Number or Driver’s License Number) via a messaging application (like that used on the LinkedIn platform or Microsoft Teams or Zoom).

·NYSCF will conduct interviews face-to-face over Zoom or in person.

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