Nursing Research Project Assistant

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Project Assistant in Nursing to provide essential administrative support for a federally funded initiative focused on nursing student recruitment, retention, and workforce readiness. You will work closely with the Project Director and team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The role includes managing scheduling, communications, participant tracking, and budget documentation, contributing to program reporting and data collection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, higher education, public health, nursing, education, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may satisfy requirements.
• Experience providing administrative or operational support for projects or programs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database/record-management systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling and calendar management.
• Communications with project team and stakeholders.
• Participant tracking and data entry.
• Recordkeeping and file management.
• Purchasing and budget documentation.
• Data collection and reporting activities.

Skills

Experience in admin support

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Written, verbal, interpersonal skills

Multitasking with confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business admin / related field

Tools

Database / electronic record-management systems

Job description

University at Buffalo is seeking a Project Assistant in Nursing to provide essential administrative support for a federally funded initiative focused on nursing student recruitment, retention, and workforce readiness. You will work closely with the Project Director and team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The role includes managing scheduling, communications, participant tracking, and budget documentation, contributing to program reporting and data collection.