Procurement & Admin Specialist for Research Dept

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Procurement Officer for the Department of Integrative Biology on UT's Main Campus. This role provides complex administrative support and handles purchasing for a large research department across multiple buildings.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of experience, strong customer service and communication skills, and familiarity with MS 365 and university financial applications. Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED and at least 2 years of experience.
• Excellent customer service ability and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team and independently with limited supervision.
• Experience with MS 365 and university financial applications.

Responsibilities

• Handle procurement duties, create purchase orders, and assist with vendor management.
• Manage department procurement card and coordinate purchasing processes.
• Assist with accounting tasks and inventory and ensure compliance with policies.
• Coordinate vehicle driving tests and support lab operations as needed.
• Serve as primary contact for printing services and related payments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS 365

UT Purchasing Systems

Job description

University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Procurement Officer for the Department of Integrative Biology on UT's Main Campus. This role provides complex administrative support and handles purchasing for a large research department across multiple buildings.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of experience, strong customer service and communication skills, and familiarity with MS 365 and university financial applications. Background checks apply.