Physics Department Administrative Assistant; Student

Overview

Part-time front desk coverage. Work Where You Learn:
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

College of Arts & Sciences

Part time

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

The Physics Administrative Assistant assists with front desk coverage, office organization, lab supply organization, advertising, and event management. They will form a part-time support role for the Department as a whole, under the supervision of the Senior Administrative Assistant, to improve Department operations and outreach. The Physics Administrative Assistant reports to the Senior Administrative Assistant.

• Part-time front desk coverage.
• Liaison with the Society of Physics Students.
• Liaison with other STEM events, documenting Physics events, and collecting content for social media channels.
• Collecting research stories and event summaries for publication in newsletters.
• Organizing supplies.
• Designing advertising materials, such as flyers and emails.

• Part-time.
• 8 hours per week.

• $17.95 per hour.

• Current enrollment as an undergraduate at American University.
• Active Federal Work Study Award.
• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Excellent organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Strong academic record and sense of responsibility.

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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