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Stryker Corporation

Administrative Coordinator

Stryker Corporation, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Overview Description

001641SR

School/Unit

Harvard Medical School

Department

Neurobiology

Job Function

General Administration

Location

Boston

Job Type

Full-time

Salary Grade

055

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Term Appointment

Yes

Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Medical School? Harvard Medical School's mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and improving health and well-being for all through excellence in teaching and learning, discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership.

You'll be at the heart of biomedical discovery, education, and innovation, working alongside world-renowned faculty and a community dedicated to improving human health. This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.

About the Department Founded as the first of its kind in 1966, the Department is committed to convening and nurturing a diverse community of individuals dedicated to promoting excellence and leadership in neurobiology education, research, and service. Diverse perspectives, talents, experiences, and contributions as HMS students, trainees, faculty, staff, and administrators are the foundation and drivers of our excellence.

Job Description The Department of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Administrative Coordinator to support all facets of Neurobiology HR operations for academic, student, and contingent worker populations.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Research Administration and Finance, the incumbent will play a key role in hiring, onboarding, appointment maintenance, payroll/timekeeping coordination, and compliance activities. The Administrative Coordinator also acts as a key liaison with faculty, departmental administration, Harvard central offices, and external partners including the Harvard International Office (HIO). The successful candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and adept at managing multiple processes in a dynamic academic environment with a high degree of discretion.

Core Duties

Act as the primary source of information on all lab personnel appointment matters, including policies and processes, and actively partner with hiring managers and the Department's faculty.

Manage personnel-related systems and databases.

Assist in all lab personnel hiring activities, including position postings and minors program requests, and onboarding activities, including intake, offer letter drafting and appointment processing.

Facilitate position maintenance activities with HMS HR, including coordinating all aspects of visa initiation and renewal with the Harvard International Office (HIO).

Coordinate with Neuro administrative/financial staff regarding personnel matters.

Serve as the department liaison to HMS HR, Payroll, HIO, and other relevant central offices.

Support department timekeeping and payroll activities.

Participate in departmental process and workflow improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with University Human Resources policies, procedures, and requirements and applicable legal regulations.

Qualifications Basic Qualifications:

4 or more years of experience. Higher education may count towards experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.

Minimum of 2 years' relevant HR experience.

Knowledge of hiring/appointment processes in an academic research environment.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Harvard HR/appointment applications, including Apex, ARiES, Peoplesoft, Harvard Careers, YPO.

Working knowledge of Federal/State employment regulations and requirements, and HR policies and practices; financial/business acumen.

Additional Information

Term : This is a two-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.

Standard Hours/Schedule : 35 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Visa Sponsorship Information : Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Pre-Employment Screening : Identity, Criminal, CORI

Staying Informed About Your Application : You can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.

Other Information : We are currently conducting interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. Remote work details will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

Generous paid time off including parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one

Retirement plans with university contributions

Wellbeing and mental health resources

Support for families and caregivers

Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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