Research Operations Coordinator

Research Operations CoordinatorLocation: Ridgefield, CTSchedule: Fully On-SiteContract: 12-month contract with strong potential for conversion to FTEWe are seeking an experienced Research Operations Coordinator to provide project coordination, administrative, event, and operational support within a fast-paced research environment. This is a highly collaborative role that works across multiple internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to keep projects, events, and day-to-day activities moving forward.The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, comfortable working with senior stakeholders, and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Candidates with backgrounds in project coordination, project management, administrative operations, procurement support, event coordination, or research operations are encouraged to apply.What You'll DoCoordinate projects and track action items, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple stakeholdersAttend team meetings, document action items, follow up with owners, and communicate statusGather requirements, coordinate meetings, and help drive small-to-medium projects forwardSupport planning and execution of onsite meetings, workshops, town halls, and other events, including room setup, AV, catering, scheduling, and day-of logisticsCoordinate travel, expenses, purchasing, invoices, and other administrative activitiesCreate and manage purchase orders and assist with procurement and goods-receipt processesCoordinate vendor communications, quotes, onboarding, and required documentationDraft professional communications, calendar invitations, announcements, and feedback formsMaintain databases, task rosters, equipment/asset information, and other internal recordsCoordinate equipment transfers and logistics with appropriate internal teamsSupport external partners and vendors by directing questions and following up on outstanding itemsProvide general operational and administrative support for special projects and ad hoc requestsWhat We're Looking ForBachelor's degreeApproximately 10+ years of professional experience preferredExperience in project coordination, project administration, operations, administrative coordination, procurement, event logistics, or a related environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProven ability to track action items, follow up with stakeholders, and keep work moving toward completionComfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentSelf-directed, resourceful, and proactiveComfortable learning new systems, databases, and technologyStrong stakeholder and vendor coordination skillsSystems & TechnologyExperience with SAP/WeBuy is helpful but not required. The ability to quickly learn new systems and technology is more important.The role may involve SAP/WeBuy, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Forms, Teams, internal databases, asset/logistics systems, and other site-specific applications.Why This Role?This is an opportunity to join a collaborative research operations team in a role that combines project coordination, stakeholder management, event logistics, and operational support. The position offers variety, visibility across the organization, and strong potential to transition to a permanent opportunity.Interview Process: One-round, in-person panel interview.Apply directly if you have strong project coordination or operational experience and are comfortable taking ownership of multiple priorities in an onsite environment.