Research Operations Admin Assistant - On Campus

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 40,608 - 58,836; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

75% tuition discount

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Office for Research and Graduate Education. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the Senior Director of Research Development and Initiatives by coordinating activities, meetings, and research projects.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organization and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The role is based on campus, and offers a competitive salary range alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High motivation and organization skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in following and enhancing established processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide general office support and serve as reception point.
• Coordinate meetings and special events for the senior director.
• Manage materials for research project submissions.
• Prepare correspondence and manage data entry for research.
• Assist in the production of print and digital publications.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Professional communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School plus 2+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Teams

SharePoint

OneDrive

Zoom

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Office for Research and Graduate Education. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the Senior Director of Research Development and Initiatives by coordinating activities, meetings, and research projects.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organization and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The role is based on campus, and offers a competitive salary range alongside comprehensive benefits.