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Administrative Assistant Principal Investigator

Location:
Boston, MA
Posted:
July 08, 2025

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Alexa Breidinger

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Education

Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Akron, 2014

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of Akron, 2012

Professional Experience

Laboratory Administrator

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, McGovern Institute for Brain Research, – Cambridge, MA

November 2016 – Present

Work alongside the Principal Investigator to ensure smooth day to day laboratory operations

Organize scheduling, travel logistics, and travel expenses for the Principal Investigator and for laboratory members, both domestic and international

Manage the PI calendars schedule lab meetings while ensuring the PI is informed of priorities and deadlines

Assist the PI with grant applications to NIH and NSF in addition to helping prepare post-award grant reports

Collaborate with MIBR’s finance team to track grants and maintain the lab’s budgets.

Coordinate and support research projects, including data analysis and interpretation

Keep the PI’s biosketch and CV up to date including publications and pre-prints

Manage daily lab operations, including supply procurement, equipment maintenance, and compliance with safety protocols.

Supervise and train laboratory staff to foster a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Design, develop, and maintain the lab’s website.

Ensure the shipments from laboratory orders are appropriately and timely distributed

Plan and coordinate team-building and social events such as lab dinners and celebrations.

Interim Administrative Assistant

Magenta Therapeutics – Cambridge, MA

June 2016 – November 2016

Provided administrative and operational support to the executive team.

Scheduled meetings, coordinated travel, and managed appointments.

Created organizational systems and filing practices to improve office efficiency.

Managed expense reports and monitored budgets for multiple team members.

Oversaw procurement and inventory of office supplies.

User Services Representative - Intern

LogMeIn (Now Go-To) – Boston, MA

November 2015 – June 2016

Diagnosed customers’ needs to explored solutions in sales and operations inquiries.

Generated new and renewal business based on customer’s environment

Understood and communicated resolutions to customer inquiries about products

Ensured follow-up with dissatisfied customers

Utilized Salesforce to document customer exchange and provide a seamless transition to other system users

Family-Based Clinician

The Mentor Network – Dedham, MA

July 2014 – August 2015

Delivered therapeutic services to individuals and families in community settings.

Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans.

Facilitated one-on-one and group counseling sessions.

Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic support.

Victim Advocate

Victim Assistance Program – Akron, OH

August 2012 – August 2013

Supported survivors of domestic violence through case management, intake, safety planning, and resource referrals.

Responded alongside Akron Police Department during domestic violence incidents.

Led support groups and empowerment workshops focused on trauma recovery.

Coordinated services with community partners and advocated for client rights.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Forms)

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Trauma-informed care and crisis intervention expertise

Ability to thrive in fast-paced, diverse environments

Strong problem solving skills

Certifications

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

CPR and First Aid Certified



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