Assistant Project Manager - Matrix Sciences International Inc

Are you looking to progress in your career with a fast-growing food safety and AgSciences company? Are you a hardworking, collaborative team member ready to hit the ground running and get the job done? Then we are looking for you!

What we do:

Matrix Sciences provides a uniquely comprehensive scope of laboratory, advisory, research, agsciences and data management services that support our customers’ confidence in bringing safe, quality food to market.

Why it matters:

This work allows clients to identify potential contamination before it impacts their products and helps them feel confident that their products meet their quality standards and are safe for consumption in the market.

Role Summary:

To assist, coordinate, and manage consumer-guided sensory research projects while working alongside a team of senior researchers, other internal departments, and clients. Responsible for assisting in the research design and study documentation, along with its implementation and execution.

General Responsibilities

• Executing assigned duties and tasks involved in the research process, including but not limited to client proposals, recruitment screeners, product questionnaires, internal operations documents, kitchen preparation documents, and reporting
• Works well in a team environment, able to balance multiple and/or shifting priorities and flexes to provide appropriate support for project work as needed
• Regular client interaction and communication to ensure the project objectives are being met, along with all deadlines and internal deliverables
• Attend weekly department meetings with internal teams to discuss project status and needs
• Assist the Director of Research and Sensory Science with project needs as they arise and occasionally go onsite to help with project execution
• High attention to detail and ability to handle quick-paced decision-making
• Communicate clearly with all internal team members and externally with clients
• Coordinate research projects happening in multiple company locations across the US and Canada, and occasionally beyond
• Flexible to work onsite or in-person with specific client(s) – TBD based on business need
• Additional duties as necessary

Required Education and Experience

• Associates degree with a focus associated with management, market research, marketing, or a related field
• Coursework in sensory science, statistics, food science, consumer behavior, or project management is an asset
• Computer skills including but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams
• Hospitality or Food Industry background/experience is an asset

Competencies

• Excellent communication (written & verbal), collaboration, and project management skills
• Strong attention to detail and customer service-oriented
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Ability to multi-task and flex work day based on current needs across multiple projects at a time
• Reliable, with access to a vehicle
• Professional leader with a growth mindset and openness to think or do things differently

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, salary position. Ability to work flexible hours (extended weekday and occasional weekend hours). This role is static but could require infrequent lifting of up to 15 pounds. Travel may be required between various sites and/or to client locations.

What we offer:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• LifeLock Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Work Location:

• Grand Rapids, MI
• Mount Prospect, IL

EEO Statement

Matrix Sciences International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Matrix Sciences is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees. We treat all employees and applicants in conformance with both the spirit and letter of federal, state, and local employment discrimination laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. The Company makes all employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniform services membership status or any other characteristic protected by law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.