Physics Administrative Support (Student)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC is seeking a part-time Physics Admin Assistant to support front desk coverage, office and lab supply organization, advertising and event management for the Physics Department.

Reporting to the Senior Administrative Assistant, the role helps improve Department operations and outreach, supports laboratory research projects such as the Gravitational and Thermal Noise Lab, and performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist front desk coverage, office organization, lab supply organization, advertising, and event management.
• Improve Department operations and outreach.
• Support laboratory research projects, such as the Gravitational and Thermal Noise Lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

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Department: College of Arts & Sciences Time Type: Part time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary: The Physics Admin Assistant assists front desk coverage, office organization, lab supply organization, advertising, and event management. They will form a part-time support role for the Department as a whole, under the supervision of the Senior Administrative Assistant, to improve Department operations and outreach. The Admin Assistant also supports laboratory research projects, such as the Gravitational and Thermal Noise Lab, as needed, and in alignment with their qualifications and research interests in Physics.

Essential Functions:

• Assist front desk coverage, office organization, lab supply organization, advertising, and event management.
• Improve Department operations and outreach.
• Support laboratory research projects, such as the Gravitational and Thermal Noise Lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Part-time. 5 hours per week. Salary Range: $18.40 per hour.

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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