Project Coordinator, Center for Zoonomics

Zoo New England, in collaboration with the Vertebrate Genomics Group at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, is launching the Center for Zoonomics, a cross-disciplinary center to bring together human-health focused genomic scientists and disease experts with zoological veterinarians to more sustainably conserve healthy populations of endangered species, while also informing and advancing research on similar diseases in humans.

• We are seeking a Project Coordinator to work with the center’s leadership team to develop and execute the vision for the center.
• The ideal candidate will possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, a deep understanding of biology and genetics, and the ability to distill complex scientific concepts into clear and engaging content.
• The ideal candidate will bring experience in science (including wet lab experience), science communication, and data organization, playing an important role in defining and executing the scientific strategy for the center.

The Project Coordinator will:

• Foster a collaborative community within the center by organizing events, workshops, and seminars.
• Clearly define and communicate the center’s goals and achievements to internal and external audiences through presentations, reports, and online media.
• Support collection and management of biospecimens from endangered species, including careful recordkeeping, trialing data management software, and serving as lead liaison between institutions for receiving and managing biospecimens donated for research

Minimum Job Requirements:

• BS in Biology, Genetics, or an equivalent field
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• This position reports to Zoo New England's Director of Conservation Genomics, though the position also carries an appointment with the Broad Institute and the majority of day to day work will be conducted at the Broad Institute. 

To apply:

• Please visit zoonewengland.org to upload a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
• Please contact Dr. Rachel Johnston for inquiries at rjohnston@zoonewengland.org.
• Preference will be given to applications received by October 1, 2024.
• Zoo New England is an Equal Opportunity Employer by Choice

Experience Required

• BS in Biology, Genetics, or an equivalent field

Salary

• $21.63/hour