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Boston University · 2 weeks ago

RESEARCH SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR, School of Public Health, Epidemiology

Boston, MA

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$20/hr - $32/hr

1+ years exp

Boston University is seeking a Research Support Administrator for the Department of Epidemiology at the School of Public Health. The role involves coordinating operations of research grants related to social epidemiology, handling administrative tasks, and supporting project-specific activities.

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Responsibilities

Performing key administrative functions and operational support. This involves assisting with the planning and coordination of research meetings and events, managing room reservations, room setup arrangements, and catering orders for grant-related events; preparing slides and documents for presentations and publications; tracking and following up on action items

Responsible for ensuring calendaring for all meetings related to the projects

Assist with the submission of manuscripts to journals, prepare bio-sketches, and other frequently requested documents; perform routine data entry; assist in the coordination and completion of special projects

Assist in planning outreach and mentoring activities for engaging students and others

Send routine information for upcoming talks and track those talks and related activities for progress reporting

Qualification

MS OfficeCommunication skillsQualtricsZoteroCustomer service

Required

Associates degree

1-3 years of experience. Experience in a university setting is preferred

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrated skills with MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and google docs

Demonstrated experience working in a high volume, deadline-oriented, customer-focused environment

Ability to handle highly confidential information with appropriate discretion and sensitivity

Must be committed to providing the highest level of customer service and responsiveness

Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

Demonstrated skills with Qualtrics, Zotero or other citation manager software, and/or basic AI tools preferred but not essential

Company

Boston University

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Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world.

Founded in 1848

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees