Research Administration Assistant

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to advance the research mission within the Department of Surgery. The role provides administrative and programmatic support to leadership, coordinating meetings, events, and research programs at a designated campus location.

Some work may be remote. Responsibilities include scheduling, document preparation, and maintaining electronic/physical records, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a starting wage of $24 per hour,

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience prioritizing multiple projects.
• High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects, analyzes, and prepares communications from established sources using technology.
• Plans and supports day‑of service for research education and collaboration events.
• Serves as a first point of contact and routes inquiries to appropriate entities.
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, travel, and unit operations.
• Maintains records and distributes communications according to policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calendar management

Project prioritization

Event coordination

Education

H.S. Diploma

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to advance the research mission within the Department of Surgery. The role provides administrative and programmatic support to leadership, coordinating meetings, events, and research programs at a designated campus location.

Some work may be remote. Responsibilities include scheduling, document preparation, and maintaining electronic/physical records, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a starting wage of $24 per hour,