Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration preferred.
1 year of experience with research-related activities and administrative duties and functions.
Professional affiliations or membership requirements for this position:
Mechanical or electronic equipment knowledge requirements:
Software: Word WordPerfect Lotus Excel Other (specify):
Ability to make sound decisions by applying policies and procedures using available resources.
Ability to foster a cooperative and collaborative work environment.
Advanced analytical, evaluative and objective critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills in the development and implementation of complex administrative programs.
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, granting agencies, and community members.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a variety of constituents.
Ability to work independently on most of the administrative duties with limited supervision is required.
Must have the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:
• Administrative project coordinator for the Community Engagement and Research Core of the CTSI and Community Outreach and Education Core 25%
• Administrative assistant duties
• Coordinate research project activities and attend meetings of the different research activities.
• Coordinate meetings for investigators and provide general support for these meetings
• Assistance with financial management and grant and contract management
• Assist in preparation of announcements, presentations, administrative records and reports
• Maintain contact lists of speakers, caterers, Medical Center and community contacts
• Provide general support for day-to day office and program activities, including filing, answering phones, etc.
• Liaison with community members and outside agencies
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate well with internal and external research and professional staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent skill with excel, word and power point
• Ability to make detailed observations.
• Follow established policies and procedures to perform the functions of the job
• Compiles results and prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to interact in an appropriate and professional manner
• Ability to multitask, and identify tasks by priority
• Ability to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior and positive-problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Available to work dependable, regular and occasional flexible shift
