The SFARI Project Coordinator supports the SFARI science team to ensure that various projects are efficiently organized and executed to fulfill SFARI’s mission. This position requires in-depth knowledge of SFARI operations, grants portfolio processes, and data and administrative needs.

The SFARI Project Coordinator formally reports to the SFARI Senior Executive Assistant/Administrative Manager and will work closely under the guidance of the SFARI Project Manager and the Autism and Neuroscience Student and Fellow Program Manager. They will work closely with members of the SFARI science and administrative teams, and the Autism and Neuroscience early career team. The SFARI Project Coordinator will help manage SFARI and Autism and Neuroscience workshops and events, in collaboration with the Simons Foundation events management team.

This is a full-time position located at the Simons Foundation’s offices in New York City. For more information, visit simonsfoundation.org/careers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize and facilitate SFARI workshops and ensure they are planned in accordance with SFARI’s standards of excellence.
• Provide organizational support for Consortia and Collaborations, including but not limited to facilitating events and quarterly calls for the Autism Rat Models Consortium (ARC) and SFARI Collaboration on Sex Differences in Autism (SSDC).
• Assist SFARI Project Manager with the annual SFARI Investigator Meeting, including but not limited to management of event-related data and data analysis.
• Work with the Student and Fellow Program Manager to provide support for programs and special projects supporting autism and neuroscience early career scientists, including the Fellows to Faculty Retreat, Shenoy Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience and other events for the autism and neuroscience grantee community.
• Project Coordination: Build and maintain Monday.com boards within the Division of Autism and Neuroscience. Create Standard Operating Procedures and timelines for SFARI workshops and related programs.
• Archiving: Provide ongoing assistance with the Simons Foundation Archiving Project and archive and organize SFARI Dropbox files and Google Drive.
• Meet regularly with the SFARI Senior Executive Assistant/Administrative Manager and the SFARI Project Manager to coordinate tasks and ongoing projects and deliverables.
• Assist with all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required

Experience

• Minimum of 1-3 years of project coordination experience
• Background or experience in grant-making preferred
• Experience with project management and automation software; Monday.com, Airtable, Zapier preferred

Related Skills & Other Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to proactively anticipate needs
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/priorities
• Solid experience with Dropbox, Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work well with and adapt to diverse personalities and communication styles
• Solution-focused and able to solve problems effectively
• Commitment to the missions of the Simons Foundation and SFARI

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000, depending on experience.
• In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with outstanding benefits package.

THE SIMONS FOUNDATION’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.