Project Coordinator 1 at Pace® Analytical Services in Oakdale, MN

Summary: Pace® Analytical Services is committed to advancing science for the health and safety of communities. The Project Coordinator at Pace Life Sciences provides essential administrative and organizational support to project managers, ensuring the efficient execution of analytical projects from initiation to completion. Responsibilities: - Assist Project Managers in planning, organizing, and tracking project activities and timelines - Coordinate internal and external meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, distributing materials, and documenting minutes - Maintain and update project documentation, including project plans, reports, and communication logs - Facilitate communication between project stakeholders, clients, and internal departments - Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and escalate concerns to the Project Manager as needed - Prepare and format various project-related reports, presentations, and correspondence - Assist with resource allocation and tracking, including equipment and personnel - Support the creation and management of project budgets and expense tracking - Organize and maintain project files and databases to ensure easy access and retrieval of information - Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a scientific, technical, or business-related field, or equivalent practical experience - 1-3 years of experience in a project coordination or administrative support role, preferably within a scientific, laboratory, or technical environment - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment - Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team Preferred Qualifications: - Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Gantt charts, timelines) is a plus - Experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira) is desirable Required Skills: Project coordination, Microsoft Office Suite Important Skills: Project management software Nice-to-Have Skills: Basic project management principles Benefits: Competitive salaries, Medical, Dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), Life, Disability and voluntary benefits, Paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, Wellness program, Flexible spending accounts, Tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, Parental leave, Optional legal coverage, ID theft