Temporary Project Assistant I

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 24,328 - 36,506; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA is seeking a temporary administrative paraprofessional to support the Joyner Lab team. The role involves coordinating schedules, arranging meetings, and facilitating communication to ensure smooth project execution.

This 0.50 FTE position offers potential for full-time transition and is based on campus. Responsibilities include handling meetings, maintaining documentation, monitoring timelines, and assisting with grants administration.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to multitask.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, schedule meetings, and coordinate project activities (35%).
• Maintain project documentation, monitor timelines and deadlines, and communicate potential delays to Dr. Joyner and the lab manager (35%).
• Support grants administration (25%).
• Complete other duties or special projects as assigned (5%).

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Job description

Position Summary

This temporary position provides essential administrative and operational support to the Joyner Lab team, coordinating schedules, arranging meetings, and facilitating communication among team members to ensure the smooth execution of project activities. The role is 20 hours per week, with potential for a full‑time transition.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, schedule meetings, and coordinate project activities (35%)
• Maintain project documentation, monitor timelines and deadlines, and communicate potential delays to Dr. Joyner and the lab manager (35%)
• Support grants administration (25%)
• Complete other duties or special projects as assigned (5%)

Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to multitask. Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills are required.

Employment Details

Type: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
FLSA: Non‑Exempt
FTE: 0.50
Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2025
Location: Athens, GA
Salary: $17.66–$26.50 per hour, commensurate with experience

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR at [e-mail].

Recruitment Contact

Name: Chester Joyner
Email: [e-mail]