Events Coordinator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Events Coordinator
Department Biochemistry-0831
Requisition Number S_231125
Posting Open Date 11/29/2023
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 01/08/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
As an Events Coordinator, you will:
  • Be responsible for advertisement and coordination of seminars, workshops, retreats, symposia, grant project events, graduate training program, and REU summer research program. Make travel arrangements and serve as the on-site manager of during events and troubleshoot situations that arise.
  • Provide administrative support for the Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (MMoD) Predoctoral Training Program, the Nebraska Redox Biology Center, and the Department of Biochemistry. This will be accomplished by assisting department faculty and program/center directors with day-to-day management.
  • Serve as the primary point-of-contact for the faculty, staff, and students of the MMoD predoctoral training program, the Redox Biology Center, and other research/education initiatives led by department faculty.
  • Provide a variety of administrative support duties including creating and distributing promotional materials, create and maintain a dynamic web presence for assigned units.


At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.
We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:
  • Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
  • Retirement plans with university match
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree in business, communications, marketing or related field plus 4 years experience in providing administrative or clerical support. Additional relevant education or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
  • Customer service experience.
  • Skilled with PC-based spreadsheet and word processing software programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate meetings and events from start-to-finish.
Preferred Qualifications
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $21.780/hr minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Please call Human Resources at 402-472-3101
Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date

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