Project Coordinator

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) supports and advances Tufts University's research enterprise by fostering collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence across the university.

The Project Coordinator plays a key role in supporting OVPR initiatives through project coordination, communications, event support, website administration, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and university leadership. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

This position is based on Tufts University's Boston campus and follows a hybrid work arrangement. The successful candidate is expected to work on campus at least three (3) days per week, with remote work flexibility in accordance with university and departmental guidelines.

Why Join Us?

This role is an excellent opportunity to build experience in project coordination, communications, event management, website administration, and university operations. The position offers broad exposure to research initiatives, faculty and administrative leadership, and university-wide programs in a collaborative higher education environment.

Candidates who have developed strong organizational, communications, event coordination, or project support skills through professional experience, internships, or student employment will find opportunities for growth and development in this role.

Application Instructions: In addition to submitting a resume, please include a cover letter (two pages maximum) that addresses the following:

1.) Why is this opportunity meaningful to you, and what interests you about supporting the mission of the Office of the Vice Provost for Research at Tufts University?

2.) What unique perspective, experience, or strengths would you bring to this role and the OVPR team?

3.) Describe two to three accomplishments that best demonstrate your qualifications and fit for this position. Include examples that highlight your ability to coordinate projects, manage competing priorities, support stakeholders, solve problems, improve processes, organize events, or contribute to organizational success.

We encourage applicants to provide concise, focused responses to these prompts rather than submitting a traditional cover letter.

• Associate's degree and 3+ years of related experience, OR Bachelor's degree and 1+ years of related experience.
• Related experience may include administrative support, project coordination, communications, event planning, customer service, office operations, internships, student employment, or other roles requiring strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder-facing skills.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, programs, events, communications, or administrative operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting professional correspondence, announcements, or informational materials.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, deadlines, and logistical details.
• Experience creating reports, presentations, marketing materials, and professional correspondence.
• Experience coordinating meetings, events, conferences, or other stakeholder-facing activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database, website, or information management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to exercise discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.