Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard · 2 days ago
Operations Specialist - Xiao Wang Lab
The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is seeking an exceptional Operations Specialist to join the Xiao Wang group, which focuses on chemical and genomic analysis tools. The role involves handling administrative operations, including schedule and travel management, as well as overseeing the lab’s daily operations, budget, and project management.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsLife Science
Responsibilities
Calendar management
Travel management
Catering & event coordination
Onboarding & offboarding lab members
Management of affiliate appointments
Collaboration with grants administration team for monitoring of projects
Collaboration across various departments for special projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience
Self-motivated, fast learner, and proactive in identifying problems
Strong communication skills and independence
Adaptable and flexible with fast-changing priorities
Expertise in calendar and travel management
Ability to handle confidential information
Preferred
Basic knowledge of budget management
Project management
Experience working in an academic lab environment
Experience with academic and scientific writing and file management (grants, news, and letters)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
A 401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
At least 13 paid holidays
Winter closure
Paid time off
Parental and family care leave
Employee assistance program
Among other Broad benefits
Company
Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
The Broad Institute brings together a diverse group of individuals from across its partner institutions — undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, professional scientists, administrative professionals, and academic faculty.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$283.25MKey Investors
MacArthur FoundationAlzheimer's Foundation of AmericaMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2025-11-18Grant· $100M
2020-08-11Grant
2019-09-09Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
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