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The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ranks among the best in the country. Our research programs are at the forefront of the technologies that have changed the world we live in. Our interdisciplinary approach to education and research allows faculty and student across the university and beyond to collaborate on problems that have a significant impact on the world around us. The ECE Department, part of the College of Engineering, is a large and diverse academic community, and includes global research and teaching efforts through extensions of our Pittsburgh academic programs and research in Silicon Valley, Portugal, Africa, and Thailand.
Carnegie Mellon's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is seeking a Project Coordinator responsible for managing administrative and logistical support, as well as project-based work within a department and other related areas. This position coordinates the organization of high-level special events and programming, including coordination of on- and off-campus meetings and visits from a wide variety of individuals and organizations.
Responsibilities:
Administrative support, calendar management, handling phone calls and messaging;
Greeting visitors, making appropriate referrals, coordinating travel, preparation and/or revision of presentation materials
Serving as liaison with various departments as well as external contacts, assisting with the development of departmental policies and procedures
Providing financial support including procurement card and purchase order administration and employee reimbursement processing.
This position regularly handles sensitive matters and requires maintaining strict confidentiality and discretion.
This position will also require adaptability and openness to change as the department and organization evolve.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:
High School degree or equivalent
0-1 years' experience
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
Successful background check
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
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Location**
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Program, Project and Operations Management
Position Type
Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Full Time/Part time
Part time
Pay Basis
Hourly
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