Department: College of Science

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Manassas / Sci-Tech

Salary: The hourly rate is $21 to $30 per hour, depending on experience.

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The George Mason University School of Systems Biology (SSB), within the College of Science (COS), invites applications for a part-time, Research Administrator position in the Kashanchi Research lab. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages applicants who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

George Mason University College of Science (Mason Science) is committed to advancing access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (AJEDI) throughout our STEM community, including within our hiring and retention practices. At Mason Science, our values include fostering an organizational culture that promotes Anti-Racism, belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that a diversity of opinions, cultures, and perspectives is what provides vibrancy, innovation and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing inclusive excellence in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract a diverse pool of faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision.

About the Position:

The position will be focused on gathering and collecting research data, data analysis, and a wide variety of written materials including manuscript writing, grant proposals and research summaries. Scientific writings will also include assisting with the preparation and submission of research, service, training, and other proposals to support the activities of the George Mason University. This will involve coordination of large amount of data with individuals in research labs, the maintenance of records and generation of reports and scientific writing needs (e.g., journal articles, white papers, etc.).

The part-time position starts at 20 hours per week. The hourly rate is $21 to $30 per hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

The position will be focused on gathering and collecting research data, data analysis, and a wide variety of written materials including manuscript writing, grant proposals and research summaries. Scientific writings will also include assisting with the preparation and submission of research, service, training, and other proposals to support the activities of the George Mason University. This will involve coordination of large amount of data with individuals in research labs, the maintenance of records and generation of reports and scientific writing needs (e.g., journal articles, white papers, etc.).

Required Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in Biology from an accredited college/university is required. Candidates must have experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with at least two years of experience in scientific manuscripts, or other technical reports. The successful candidate must have exceptional communication and technical writing skills, including technical editing, to facilitate preparation and editing of grant proposals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree, Biology.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Research Administrator at ; complete and submit the online application; and provide a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

Posting Open Date: November 13, 2023

For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 4, 2023

Open Until Filled?: Yes