Research Support Specialist

About the role

The Research Support Specialist provides administrative and basic security support to ensure efficient daily operations within a research environment. This role serves as a key point of coordination between internal teams, external partners, and government stakeholders, supporting both administrative functions and facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support for research activities and facility functions.
• Cook up visitors, travel, meetings, and special arrangements for VIP guests in collaboration with Government staff.
• Answer phones, greet and log visitors, and manage incoming and outgoing mail.
• Procure supplies and materials to support research lab operations.
• Serve as a liaison between organizations (e.g., government, academic, and contractor teams) to support researchers with administrative needs.
• Perform basic security functions, including maintaining visitor logs, processing clearance information, and serving as an alternate point of contact for security matters.
• Prepare facility planning reports and support facility-related documentation.
• Manage and maintain time accounting systems.
• Cook up schedules, meetings, facility tours, and travel arrangements, including expense tracking.
• Recommend administrative procedures in alignment with Government-approved processes.
• Maintain records and ensure proper documentation management.
• Cook up with Government personnel to schedule facility maintenance and support operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience providing administrative support in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
• Experience supporting operations in a structured or regulated environment is preferred.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and interact effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Familiarity with basic security procedures and administrative systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.