Marina Maiuri

Project Management

• Efficient Multitasking: Manage multiple concurrent projects, consistently meeting strict deadlines.
• Detailed Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
• Effective Communication: Facilitate collaboration between cross-functional teams, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project issues and risks proactively, minimizing impact on project timelines.

Technical Skills

• Data Analysis: Analyze complex technical data to inform project decisions and improve efficiency.
• Software Proficiency: Expert in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, FileMaker Pro, SpotFire.

Additional Skills

• Process Improvement: Contribute to the development of SOPs and best practices to streamline workflows.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Transgenic Biology team to coordinate project activities and ensure seamless integration.
• Computer Proficiency: Skilled in both Mac and PC operating systems.

Culturally Enriching Home Environment:

• Provide a warm, welcoming, and culturally enriching home environment for international students.
• Facilitate language learning and cultural exchange by incorporating cultural activities into daily life.

Academic and Personal Support:

• Offer guidance and support with academic and personal challenges.
• Assist with navigating cultural differences and homesickness.

Building Relationships:

• Create lasting friendships with international students and their families.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Promoting Global Citizenship:

• Promote cross-cultural understanding and global citizenship.

Local Coordinator Role:

• Collaborate with the exchange program to coordinate activities and events for host families and students.
• Provide support and guidance to host families and students.
• Assist with student placement and orientation.

Nurturing and Supportive Home Environment:

• Provide a safe and stable home for the children, adhering to the principles of The Sanctuary Model.
• Develop strong bonds with foster children, offering emotional support and guidance.

Collaborative Partnerships:

• Collaborate with caseworkers, therapists, and other professionals to meet the unique needs of each child, including compassion, patience, conflict resolution and crisis management.
• Advocate for the best interests of the children, ensuring their rights and well-being.

Successful Transitions:

• Successfully transition the children to permanent, loving homes through reunification or adoption.

Effective Time Management and Organization:

• Manage household responsibilities while caring for the children.

Continuous Learning and Development:

• Participate in ongoing training and support groups to enhance parenting skills and knowledge.

Calendar Management

• Efficiently managed and coordinated calendars for senior executives and staff, proactively addressing scheduling conflicts and meeting requests.

Travel Arrangements

• Organized and managed complex travel itineraries, including booking flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.

Communication

• Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, screened calls, and provided administrative support to ensure seamless communication.

Event Coordination

• Coordinated and executed meetings, conferences, and speaking engagements, including managing logistics and guest logistics.

Financial Management

• Processed expense reports, purchase orders, and invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Onboarding and Training

• Provided training and support to new administrative hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Worked effectively with various departments, including IT, HR, and Finance, to address administrative needs.

Grant Management

• Extensive experience in preparing, formatting, and submitting grant applications to government (NIH) and private funding sources.

Financial Oversight

• Handled all aspects of grant administration, including budget monitoring, spending, progress reports, and financial reporting.

Liaison and Communication

• Acted as a liaison between the Senior Investigator and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, addressing budget, ordering, personnel, policy, and materials transfer.

Administrative Support

• Coordinated calendars, scheduled meetings, managed correspondence, and prepared travel arrangements.

Scientific Support

• Reviewed, edited, and assisted in the submission of scientific publications and manuscripts.

Personnel Management

• Organized and coordinated student and postdoctoral applications and maintained communication with laboratory members and external contacts.

Financial Services

• Handled accounting services, including reimbursements and remittance, and oversaw purchase orders and laboratory inventory.

Event Management

• Successfully managed all aspects of catered events, including menu planning, vendor coordination, and logistical planning.

Client Relations

• Served as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their satisfaction and meeting their unique event needs.

Team Leadership

• Collaborated with culinary staff to develop innovative menus and oversaw event setup and execution.

Operational Efficiency

• Implemented efficient planning and execution strategies, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing costs.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensured adherence to safety and health regulations, prioritizing guest and staff well-being.