CDC Administrative Assistant (Student)

American University; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a part-time Student Administrative Assistant in the Center for Data Science to support daily operations, grants administration, events, and communications. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities within a university setting.

Current AU students are eligible to apply. This role offers hands-on experience, exposure to research administration, and collaboration with faculty and

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process student timesheets, maintain records, manage office space/resources, and support day-to-day administrative needs for staff and leadership.
• Coordinate logistics for events and programs, including speaker arrangements, travel bookings, expense reports, and student enrollment.
• Assist with grant application coordination, track expenditures, and research funding opportunities.
• Update the Center website, manage faculty profiles, and coordinate with partner institutions.
• Provide general support on additional projects and tasks as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Current AU Student

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

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Department: School of Public Affairs

Time Type: Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description: Summary

The Center for Data Science seeks a part-time Student Administrative Assistant to support day-to-day operations, grants administration, event planning, and communications. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment.

Essential Functions

• Process student timesheets, maintain records, manage office space/resources, and support day-to-day administrative needs for staff and leadership.
• Coordinate logistics for events and programs, including speaker arrangements, travel bookings, expense reports, and student enrollment.
• Assist with grant application coordination, track expenditures, and research funding opportunities.
• Update the Center website, manage faculty profiles, and coordinate with partner institutions.
• Provide general support on additional projects and tasks as needed.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Part-time. 8 - 10 hours per week.

Salary Range: $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

Current AU Student.

Other Details

This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits. Current American University Employees American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

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