Research Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience in Human Resources
• Strong foundational knowledge of all HR areas, including recruiting, payroll, compensation, benefits, employee relations, etc.
• Comfort level with HRIS systems
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• 4 year degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases strongly preferred
• Ability to build rapport with all employees

Responsibilities

• Assists in the administration of the application process, including scheduling of candidates for testing and interviews, assembling of applicant folders, updating of recruitment schedules and summaries.
• Assists with the organizing of HR events and activities including execution, participation, and promotion.
• Assist with the timecard approval process and the maintenance of the payroll system to ensure all information within the system is up to date
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace
• Provide management with requested reports and documents
• Accurately maintain employee files
• Provides AACR Switchboard coverage as needed.
• Assists with special projects spearheaded by HR, such as the Cancer and Biomedical Research Career Fair and other HR activities.
• Light travel to recruiting events
• Other duties as assigned