Administrative Assistant - Materials Research Institute

Penn State

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $38,300.00 - $55,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Servicenow and simba system experience
Financial request initiation and coordination
Microsoft 365 proficiency (outlook, excel)
Penn State's Materials Research Institute is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and financial operations support, focusing on financial request coordination and center administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft 365, and relevant administrative experience

Job Summary

  • This position provides shared administrative and financial operations support within the Materials Research Institute at Penn State.
  • The role is split evenly between initiating financial requests through ServiceNow and providing administrative support to the Center for Living Multifunctional Materials Systems.
  • Employees enjoy robust benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

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Penn State's Materials Research Institute is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and financial operations support, focusing on financial request coordination and center administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft 365, and relevant administrative experience.

Salary

Base: $38,300.00 - $55,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • ServiceNow and SIMBA system experience
  • Financial request initiation and coordination
  • Microsoft 365 proficiency (Outlook, Excel)
  • Calendar management and scheduling
  • Professional communication with faculty

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supporting interdisciplinary research centers
  • Familiarity with enterprise administrative systems
  • Comfort working in hybrid fast-paced environments
  • Event coordination for workshops and symposia

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 2+ years of relevant administrative experience
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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