Physics Department Administrative Assistant (Student)

American University • Washington, DC

5d • $18

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees