Administrative Assistant, Research Department

Overview

Responsible for providing administrative support for the Research Department.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between the Assistant Dean for Research, Administration, Faculty, and Students
• Record minutes and maintain compliance files of research committees: Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, Research Committee, Biosafety Committee
• Provide administrative support to the TouroCOM Middletown Research Incubator tenants
• Prepare the semi-annual report to Touro University Environmental Health and Safety Department regarding chemicals in research laboratories
• Maintain compliance files of research laboratories, including biosafety records and documents
• Coordinate safety training of faculty investigators and students
• Coordinate purchase of supplies, chemicals and equipmentAssist investigators in obtaining quotes for supplies and services
• Direct the update of maintenance contracts for all lab equipment
• Assist with maintaining daily temperature records of space and refrigeration equipment
• Conduct and record weekly tests of eye-washing stations
• Support the annual Research Day activities.
• Print research posters for all Touro University faculty and studentsCompile research documentation and protocols
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean for Research

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) required.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook

Physical Demands

• Extensive Use of Computers
• Excessive sitting and standing
• Ability to lift 5 lbs.

Maximum Salary

USD $50,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $40,000.00/Yr.