Financial and Administrative Coordinator

Job Description:

The Finance and Administrative Coordinator provides administrative and financial support to the senior leadership team and general administrative support for the Department of Cognitive Psychological Sciences (CoPsy) department. This includes high-level, direct support with processing departmental financial reimbursements and purchases, event support, calendar management, and liaising with internal offices. The incumbent is relied upon to research, analyze and resolve issues that arise to make effective use of the management team’s time.

The coordinator is also responsible for general administrative support for the department. The incumbent manages the calendars and coordinates appointments with large groups.

Additional responsibilities include providing meeting and event support, and inventory management supporting maintenance and tracking of informational assets.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree with 3 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of experience and education. 

• Excellent communication skills.

• Excellent attention to detail

• Customer-focused, customer service oriented.

• Experience with event planning and scheduling.

• Works independently and uses judgment and discretion.

• Ability to be flexible in a constantly shifting environment with tight deadlines and a high volume of activity.

• Initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

• Proficient in Microsoft and Google platforms.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV/resume.

Why Brown?

Brown University is a leading research university that is distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.

Brown University offers flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more. Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-07-16

Job Posting Title:

Financial and Administrative Coordinator

Department:

Department of Cognitive and Psychological Sciences

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Still Have Questions?

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Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.