College Assistant - M.S. Program in Cognitive Neuroscience

The City University of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,816 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

The City University of New York Graduate Center in New York, NY seeks a College Assistant for the Cognitive Neuroscience program. This part-time role, 926 hours per year, reports to the Assistant Program and offers a hybrid on-site/remote schedule.

Responsibilities include administrative tasks for the CNC, coordinating events, maintaining records and websites, and supporting students and faculty. Prior experience with surveys and graphic/web tasks is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks for the Cognitive Neuroscience program and the CNC.
• Download applications, assist Admissions Committee, and coordinate open houses and events.
• Provide CUNYfirst student support.
• Maintain program-related forms, announcements, mailing lists, student records, and databases.
• Respond to student and faculty inquiries.
• Updates programs’ various websites.
• Schedule advisement appointments.
• Schedule faculty/executive committee meetings.
• Assist with program student and faculty elections.
• Create flyers and invitations for special events; set up Eventbrite.
• Maintain student handbooks.
• Assist and create purchase requisitions for events and promotional items.
• Distribute course evaluations to students.
• Assist with other duties, as necessary.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Excellent writer

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Critical thinking

Graphic design

Web design

Tools

MS Office Suite

Survey Monkey

Doodle Poll

Qualtrics

Graphic design software

Web design tools

Job description

• Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.
• There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as

GENERAL DUTIES

• Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.
• There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as

needed.

• Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.
• Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records,

operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards,
act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.

• Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.
• Acts as cashier.
• Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.
• Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.
• Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment.
• Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules.
• May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.
• Assist with other duties, as necessary.

CONTRACT TITLE
College AssistantFLSA
Non-exemptCAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION The Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY) is the focal point for advanced teaching and research at CUNY, the nation's largest urban public university. With over 35 doctoral and master's programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. The Graduate Center's commitment to research and scholarship for the public good is exemplified by its more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including its Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000 square-foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences. The Graduate Center (GC) benefits from highly ambitious and diverse students and alumni-who in turn teach hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year. Through its public programs, the Graduate Center enhances New York City's intellectual and cultural life. The M.S. Program in Cognitive Neuroscience seeks a College Assistant; this is a part-time role for 926 hours per year. The position reports to the Assistant Program. This is a hybrid role, and the incumbent will work on site and remotely. All full-time and part-time CUNY staff are expected to work in-person at their campus office 80% of their work time. This hybrid work schedule is subject to change.Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

• Perform administrative tasks for the Cognitive Neuroscience program and the CUNY Neuroscience Collaborative (CNC).
• Download candidates’ applications, create and assist the Admissions Committee, and coordinate open house, orientation, workshops, and special events.
• Provide CUNYfirst student support.
• Maintain program-related forms, forward campus-wide announcements to faculty and students, update mailing lists, student records, and databases.
• Respond to student and faculty inquiries.
• Updates programs’ various websites.
• Schedule advisement appointments.
• Schedule faculty/executive committee meetings.
• Assist with program student and faculty elections.
• Create flyers and invitations for special events; set up Eventbrite.
• Maintain student handbooks.
• Assist and create purchase requisitions for special events and promotional items.
• Distribute course evaluations to students.
• Assist with other duties, as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

Other Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

• MS Office Suite
• Proficient with PC; familiarity with Mac
• Excellent communicator and writer
• Excellent interpersonal relationships
• Team player / takes directions well
• Previous experience with Survey Monkey / Doodle Poll/ Qualtrics
• Previous experience with graphic design and web design
• Excellent critical thinking skills

Compensation $22.37/hrBenefits CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.CLOSING DATE Open until filledJOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Support StaffEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 32517 Location: Graduate Center Job Type: Part-Time