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  • Administrative Assistant I
    Institute for Lasers Photonics and Biophotonics
    University at Buffalo



    Administrative Assistant I, Institute for Lasers Photonics and Biophotonics



    Position Information

    Position Title: Administrative Assistant I, Institute for Lasers Photonics and Biophotonics
    Department: Institute for Lasers Photonics and Biophotonics
    Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/54386
    Job Type: Full-Time

    Posting Detail Information

    Position Summary


    The Institute for Lasers Photonics and Biophotonics (ILPB) and its constituent units guide and support the Universitys research enterprise as well as its economic development and entrepreneurial activities. The Administrative Assistant I provides administrative support to senior leadership in ILPB, with primary support provided to the Executive Director. This position will work closely with the ILPBs executive officer, coordinating operations and providing back-up support as needed.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:



      • Maintaining calendars for the Executive Director.

      • Handling travel and meeting arrangements.

      • Editing documents, including Annual Progress reports for SUNY and UB, and PowerPoint presentations, and assisting in ILPB communication efforts.

      • Assisting with managing projects and events.

      • Purchasing and processing financial transactions.

      • Interacting with students and act as a liaison with the Executive Director.



    The Administrative Assistant I must be eager to learn, detail-oriented and comfortable handling multiple assignments for various staff members in a fast-paced environment. They must be flexible, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be comfortable working as part of a team. The ability to switch between projects and adapt to changing priorities is critical, since the incumbent will be working with multiple staff members on potentially competing projects and deadlines.

    The Administrative Assistant I will interact with faculty, business professionals and community leaders as well as their administrative professionals on a daily basis, requiring discretion and tact. Knowledge of business protocol is essential, while experience with university practices and policies also is beneficial.

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    As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.


    Minimum Qualifications


    • 3 years of experience in a high-volume office environment.

    • Excellent organizational and oral/written communication skills, strong interpersonal, problem-solving and collaboration skills, and the ability to maintain professional standards under demanding time constraints.

    • Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.



    Preferred Qualifications



    • Associates degree or Bachelors degree.

    • Prior experience editing documents and presentations in a professional setting is preferred.



    Salary Range
    $48,000 - $50,000

    Special Instructions Summary

    Is a background check required for this posting?
    No

    Contact Information

    Contact's Name: Timothy Cryan
    Contact's Pronouns:
    Contact's Title: Executive Officer
    Contact's Email: tmcryan@buffalo.edu
    Contact's Phone: 716-645-4159

    Posting Dates

    Posted: 11/25/2024
    Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
    Date to be filled:











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