Sr. Administrative Assistant CART RESEARCH NEUROLOGY

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

 

Job Summary

Summary: This position is responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the executive and management teams. This role involves managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and performing various clerical duties. The position is critical in ensuring efficient office operations and may also lead junior administrative staff.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions:
- Manage and maintain executive schedules, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Prepare, review, and edit reports, presentations, and other documents.
- Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and phone calls.
- Organize and maintain office files, both electronic and physical.
- Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
- Arrange logistics for internal and external meetings, including room bookings and catering.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
- Draft and distribute memos, announcements, and other communications as directed.
- Oversee office supplies inventory, ordering, and distribution.
- Ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
- Coordinate with IT for technical support and equipment needs.
- Assist in the planning and execution of special projects and events.
- Monitor project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.

 

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Business Administration preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Experience
Experience in an administrative role, preferably in a healthcare setting 5-7 years required and Experience supporting senior-level staff 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with hospital administration processes and healthcare regulations.
- Professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

This position provides administrative support to a two clinical research teams studying aging and Alzheimer’s disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. This position provides executive administrative support to two labs of the Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment (CART) and Harvard Aging Brain Study.  

 

The individual in this role will maintain complex calendar and travel schedules for both PIs. He or she will collaborate with all members of the lab teams, including research assistants, coordinators, post-doctoral fellows, and junior faculty to build and maintain the highest possible standards of service, efficiency and excellence. He or she will also work closely with investigators and the��finance manager on the submission of research applications. This is an excellent opportunity for some