Administrative Research Assistant - Washington, United States - Howard University

Howard University

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Washington, United States

2 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

BASIC FUNCTION:

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of research activities related to grants management research, writing, data entry as well as advanced office/administrative support duties which require a thorough knowledge of a function or functions within a department or work unit.

This position may be responsible for monitoring business affairs, personnel matters and interpreting policy and procedures, as well as, assisting in performing a variety of duties on a research project.

Incumbents typically work at a high degree of independence with general direction received from their immediate supervisor.

SUPERVISORY
ACCOUNTABILITY:

None

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts may include senior administrators, faculty, students, and staff. External contacts may include vendors, consultants, and the general public.

PRINCIPAL
ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Maintains and updates grant information when received.
Compile data and assists in routine preliminary analyses; maintains research data in computer, writes summary reports and report findings to investigator.
Assists the grant staff in coordinating administrative procedures, maintaining timelines, and developing reports.
Assist in preparing progress reports, presentations and meetings as required by the project.
Works with their immediate supervisor to prepare confidential correspondence and reports.
Input information into a variety of computer software packages including spreadsheets, relational databases, presentation packages and publishing software.
Assist in editing abstracts and papers submitted for publications.
Organize supplies, materials or equipment and setsup participants for focus and study groups.
Perform administrative duties such as managing the calendar, producing reports, and monitoring grants.
Perform tasks such as filing, typing, labeling and billing conducting inventories and requisitioning of supplies and materials.
Prioritize workload to meet expectations of supervisor.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Excellent writing skills (required)
Data management experience (required)
Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
Masterful multitasker comfortable juggling multiple projects at once.
Collaborative personality
Equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
Ability to exercise discretion and ensure a highlevel of confidentiality.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse population.
The ability to establish and maintain effective harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and the general public.

MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS:

BA/BS may be substituted for up to 4 years work experience.

2 years of Healthcare/Science Experience

Pay:
$45, $50,400.00 per year

Benefits: