Administrative Assistant - Mellon College of Science - Neuroscience Institute

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The Neuroscience Institute (NI) at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support a wide range of administrative, operational, coordination, and financial functions. This role reports to the Senior Academic Program Manager and partners closely with the Executive Director to help ensure the institute’s day-to-day operations run smoothly.

The Administrative Assistant will provide support to faculty, staff, and students in carrying out their responsibilities, including tasks such as purchasing, greeting visitors, scheduling rooms, coordinating ID cards, and processing visitor requests. In addition, this individual will manage office inventory, oversee office and seating assignments, handle swipe card access, and serve as a resource for guidance on NI practices, policies, and procedures.

Core Responsibilities:

• Coordinates various administrative duties such as managing departmental key distribution, keeping an accurate building roster, submitting FMS service requests, sorting and distributing mail, maintaining department email distribution lists, managing conference room calendars and associated audio/visual needs, ordering catering for events, receiving packages, and greeting NI guests.
• Serves as liaison with various campus departments, including physical plant, to ensure building maintenance, work orders completion, etc.
• Support graduate program operations, including admissions logistics, student records coordination, and budget and expense tracking.
• Makes office, course, and simple research purchases.
• Produces and assembles regular administrative and academic program reports and summaries. Frequently required to respond directly to inquiries and requests regarding these reports.
• Assists with the coordination of departmental seminars, which include but are not limited to scheduling meetings and advertising/promoting seminars.
• Plans departmental events and assists with graduate and alumni events.
• Serves as initial contact and liaison, providing information/coordination via phone or in person for funding agencies or other outside associations.
• Completes general website updates and manages NI posts on social media outlets.
• Other duties as assigned.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED or equivalent required. Associate’s Degree preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience in administrative support.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Administrative Support and Coordination

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

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