The Executive Committee of the International Society for Biocuration is recruiting a part-time administrator (20 hours / month) to assist with us with a few tasks of paramount importance to all our members.
We are looking for a highly organized, enthusiastic candidate with demonstrated ability to work well independently.
Details and requirements about this exciting opportunity are included below, and a flier is also available here. Please help us spread the word!
Sincerely, 
Your colleagues at the ISB Executive Committee
Position title: ISB Administrator
Position summary
This position will be responsible for managing and carrying out specific objectives of the International Society for Biocuration (ISB) . This position will report to the Executive Committee (EC) of the ISB.
- Responsibilities 
 – Coordinate communications with ISB members
 – Preparation of agenda and minutes of EC meetings
 – Project management associated with EC decisions and initiatives
 – Generating and soliciting web site content
- Basic qualifications 
 – Bachelor’s degree or 2 years experience in similar position
 – Ability to work independently
 – Highly organized
 – Reliable access to high speed internet for videoconferencing
- Preferred qualifications 
 – Experience in communications, project management and outreach for supporting scientific societies
 – Background in life sciences, bioinformatics, and/or data science
 – Experience with WordPress
- Position details
 – Part-time: 20 hours / month
 – Pay: commensurate with experience
 – Location: Work remotely from anywhere
To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter, including the names of two professional references, to intsocbio@gmail.com with the subject line “ISB Administrator.” All applications received by 2017-10-27 will be given full consideration, and applications will be accepted until the position is filed.
