Administrative Assistant - Materials Research Institute

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
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, word, excel)
This position provides shared administrative and financial operations support within the Materials Research Institute at Penn State

Job Summary

  • This position provides shared administrative and financial operations support within the Materials Research Institute at Penn State.
  • The role is split 50% on initiating financial requests through ServiceNow and SIMBA and 50% on 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

This position provides shared administrative and financial operations support within the Materials Research Institute at Penn State.

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, Word, Excel)
  • Calendar and meeting scheduling management
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supporting academic or research units
  • Familiarity with enterprise financial systems
  • Ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder projects
  • Comfort working in hybrid fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • GED or High School diploma
  • 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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