Operations & Communications Assistant – Oncology Dept

University of Alberta Careers; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta is seeking an Operations Assistant for a one-year term, based in Edmonton at the Cross Cancer Institute. This in-person role supports the Department of Oncology by delivering administrative help and coordinating communications with internal stakeholders.

Key duties include maintaining the department’s website and internal newsletters, managing contact lists, and planning seminars, workshops, and guest speaker visits.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in administrative support is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department website, internal newsletters, and contact lists.
• Develop and implement communication strategies to engage internal stakeholders.
• Plan and execute seminars, workshops, and guest speaker visits.
• Provide backup support to the Office of the Chair.
• Assist with financial reconciliation and filing systems.
• Support Grad Support and general office duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative support

Job description

The University of Alberta is seeking an Operations Assistant for a one-year term, based in Edmonton at the Cross Cancer Institute. This in-person role supports the Department of Oncology by delivering administrative help and coordinating communications with internal stakeholders.

Key duties include maintaining the department’s website and internal newsletters, managing contact lists, and planning seminars, workshops, and guest speaker visits.