University of Southern California · 1 month ago
Administrative Assistant I - Life Sciences
Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$23.89/hr - $26.66/hr
2+ years expThe University of Southern California (USC) is a prestigious research university located in downtown L.A. They are seeking an Administrative Assistant I for the Dornsife Academic Support Hub to provide administrative support to academic departments. The role involves managing departmental activities, coordinating events, and ensuring a welcoming environment for students and faculty.
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Responsibilities
Perform administrative duties for academic departments
Arrange vendor services and other event coordination tasks
Respond to inquiries and requests for information requiring knowledge of departmental and university policies and procedures
Assist with maintaining office equipment and purchases
Screen and prioritize incoming calls, determining what contact or action is required
Manage front desk, student workers and foster welcoming environment
Ensure confidentiality and controls access to sensitive information
Coordinate departmental events; may attend to ensure satisfactory outcome
Coordinate distribution of office supplies to department offices
Coordinate and distribute mailings and packages to each department
Qualification
Required
Minimum Education: Associate's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 2 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Secretarial or specialized clerical, including some administrative experience
Preferred
Experience in specialized clerical and administrative experience in a university environment
Ability to prioritize tasks according to need and urgency
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network
Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment
Tuition benefits for staff and their family
Free Professional Development classes
Central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services
Discounts to sporting and other campus events
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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