NASA Astrobiology RCN Support Liaison/Project Coordinator

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NASA Astrobiology RCN Support Liaison/Project Coordinator

This position can be performed remotely.

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The NASA Astrobiology Research Coordination Networks (RCN) Support Liaison will work with the co-Leads of the five RCNs and NASA Astrobiology Leadership in the administration and organization of these networks.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Coordinating with co-leads and team leads for the planning and organizing of events and workshops.
• Managing internal and external communications
• Mailing list maintenance.
• Maintain and update web pages and social media posting.
• Newsletter crafting and dissemination.
• Maintaining calendars and spreadsheets for upcoming events, supporting webinars hosted through Zoom, YouTube, Microsoft Teams, etc.
• Working with NASA and RCN members to maintain updated membership lists.
  
  

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a field generally relevant to Astrobiology (Biology, Chemistry, Geology/Earth Science, Astronomy, or related fields) from an accredited university.
• Experience supporting the administrative needs of a team.
  
  

Required Skills/Training

• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Proficient with Google Workspace.
• Adept at using online meeting tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
  
  

Desired Education, Experience, Skills Or Training (if Applicable)

• Bachelor's degree from a non R-1 University (See: https://carnegieclassifications.acenet.edu/institutions/?basic2021__du%5...)
• Prior experience working in teams directly pursuing the goals of the NASA Astrobiology program.
• Experience updating and maintaining web pages.
  
  

Basic Compensation

$23.56 per hour - $40.87 per hour

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, , paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, , , , , , or expression, , , veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.