Academy Administrative Professional

Administrative Assistant B
The administrative assistant B is responsible for aiding research study team to execute human subject research carried out in the Movement Disorders Division of the Neurology Department. The administrative assistant will work closely with research coordinators, helping them prepare for research study visits. Key tasks that require their oversight include making subject study binders, preparing subject visit kits, filing paperwork, and shipping biological samples. This role will also assist study leadership with preparing invoices, coordinating and planning team building activities, and patient outreach activities. They will also assist their leaders with other administrative tasks as needed.
Administrative Assistant would be responsible for:

Managing/monitoring and maintaining the inventory of equipment and supplies related to studies
Providing assistance on other research studies as needed
Ship study samples
Help prepare invoices for study procedures
Communicate with team members and assess daily administrative needs

High School Grad/GE Degree and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Must be able to exercise discretion with confidential information (required)
Highly organized and flexible (required)
Previous administrative experience, 2-3 years (required)
Knowledge of PC applications (Microsoft Office, etc.) (This position is contingent upon grant funding.
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
19.32 - $28.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
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