Administrative Assistant - Department of Chemistry, School of Arts and Sciences

The chemistry department's primary missions are education and research. Faculty teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, conduct research and mentor undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars studying and working in the research labs.

Under minimal supervision, the Administrative Assistant provides advanced administrative support and communications for the department. S/he will handle complex and confidential situations and requests and serve in a highly visible capacity as resource for department with students, staff, faculty and other constituents. Conducts the payroll for graduate students and enters weekly payroll for staff and undergrad workers. Coordinates department budget to include monitoring, tracking expenditures, troubleshooting problems and preparing reimbursements. Works with faculty to layout content to upload to our department website and digital lobby display. S/he will plan and coordinate meetings and special events, including contacting speakers, ordering lunch and coordinating support for speakers and presenters. May also coordinate programs and/or projects for department.