PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following:

Calendar and Travel Management:  Proactively manage and optimize the calendars and travel plans of the manager and team members; assist with the development/communication of meeting agendas and minutes, and travel-related expense reporting Information Management:  Facilitate effective communication by acquiring and supplying information as needed; exercise discretion in the handling of sensitive or confidential information; as needed, prepare project reports, technical documents or emails on behalf of team members Laboratory and Office Management:  Ensure the smooth operation of the office and lab areas; take stock of and order office and lab supplies; facilitate the resolution of urgent issues in a timely manner; successfully onboard new team members

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Administration or related degree
• Technical background or experience is beneficial

SKILLS

• Proven work experience in an administrative assistant or similar role
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems
• Organized, detail-oriented, proactive, professional, discreet, adaptable, and energized
• Eager to learn and continue to develop their capabilities
• Fluency in written and spoken English