Executive Assistant to Vice President Research

Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Research

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character—shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life—promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service;
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Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job—it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting‑edge, and community‑engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high‑achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first‑generation college‑goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

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Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)

The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact and provides high‑level, complex administrative support for the Vice President for Research (VPR) and the Division of Research. This highly visible role requires exceptional professionalism, diplomacy, and the ability to build rapport with university leadership, internal colleagues across Binghamton University, and external partners. The Executive Assistant must maintain strict confidentiality regarding all University operations, data and personnel matters.

The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented professional capable of managing multiple high‑priority work streams with overlapping deadlines.

Specific Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Calendar & Schedule Management: Manage a complex and demanding executive calendar. Evaluate incoming meeting requests using independent judgment to prioritize, determine necessity, and make seamless adjustments to anticipate the VPR's scheduling needs.
• Relationship Management: Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with administrative assistants and leadership teams across the University to facilitate communication, cross‑unit problem‑solving, and alignment.
• Travel & Expense Coordination: Oversee comprehensive travel logistics, expense reporting, and reimbursement requests for the VPR and senior staff. Coordinate optimal itineraries, secure reservations (flight, lodging, registration), and manage on‑site details for speaking engagements or meetings.
• Human Resources Liaison: Serve as the primary divisional liaison to Human Resources. Coordinate and track personnel actions, including appointments, contract renewals, and the performance review process.
• Project & Analytical Support: Provide administrative and analytical backing for special projects from conception to completion; gather and synthesize information to develop reports, presentations, and meeting briefs.
• Policy & Communications
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  Assist in drafting, reviewing, and proofreading official correspondence and communications from the VPR. Participate in the development and rollout of divisional policies and procedures.
• Committee & Board Support: Coordinate various committees, boards, and high‑level meetings. Manage invitations, prepare and distribute agendas, arrange logistics, and attend meetings to record, transcribe, and distribute accurate minutes.
• Event Management: Lead the planning, logistics, and execution of divisional events, including hosting guest speakers, coordinating workshops, and…