Administrative Support Specialist

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Posting Number

Posting Number PG195236SP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Administrative Support Specialist

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience ($44,510 - $50,000)

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday
- Friday (7:30 am - 4:30 pm), on emergency call back every 4th weekend and some holidays

Job Location

Department

The Southeast Plant Laboratory, commonly called the phytotron, is a facility especially designed for research studies on the response of biological organisms to their environment. The high degree of control within 60+ growth chambers, 4 environmentally controlled greenhouses, and a biocontainment lab with a greenhouse makes it possible to duplicate any climate from tropical rain forests to arid deserts. It is also possible to study plant diseases and insects that need to be contained and prevented from spreading through the Phytotron or into the outside environment.

The NC State Phytotron concentrates on applied and basic research related to agricultural problems encountered in the southeastern United States. The ability to control all phases of the environment allows for integration of research dealing with all aspects of plant science. The facilities are provided for NC State faculty to conduct the necessary research to allow them to secure federal grants, such as NSF and USDA , as well as for use by commercial research laboratories (for a fee).

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Support one of NC State’s premier research facilities by helping ensure the efficient day-to-day operations of the NC State Phytotron. In this role, you will provide administrative, financial, and operational support that enables researchers to effectively utilize the facility while contributing to the smooth management of its business operations, records, and information systems.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for researchers, NC State employees, and visitors, providing administrative support and coordinating daily facility operations.
• Assist with financial administration by maintaining billing and financial records, supporting the use of facility funds, managing personnel files, and ensuring accurate administrative documentation.

• Support the maintenance and enhancement of the Phytotron website, internal network, and facility-related data to promote efficient operations and access to information.

an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys supporting research operations and providing outstanding administrative service, we encourage you to apply and become an important part of the NC State Phytotron team.

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, or similar software used to manage records, financial information, and administrative processes.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate financial records, process billing activities, and organize administrative documentation.
• Experience maintaining…