ADMINISTRATIVE & RESEARCH ASSISTANT, School of Medicine, Genetics, Molecular

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Job Title: ADMINISTRATIVE & RESEARCH ASSISTANT, School of Medicine, Genetics, Molecular

Company Name:	Boston University
Location:	Boston, MA US
Position Type:	Full Time
Post Date:	03/14/2026
Expire Date:	04/13/2026
Job Categories:	Education, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration

Job Description

ADMINISTRATIVE & RESEARCH ASSISTANT, School of Medicine, Genetics, Molecular

ADMINISTRATIVE & RESEARCH ASSISTANT, School of Medicine, Genetics, Molecular

Job Description
ADMINISTRATIVE & RESEARCH ASSISTANT, School of Medicine, Genetics, Molecular

Category
Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional
Job Location
Boston, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500628570312
Posted Date
3/13/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 45
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$20.10
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$32.16

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

Provide a level of support for operational and research activities of the Biomedical Genetics section. As the Research Administrative Assistant, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assisting the Section Chief and Administrative Director of the section.
Ordering supplies and equipment for the administrative office and research programs of several faculty-level investigators.
Receiving and delivering packages containing biological specimens to core and research laboratories.
Maintaining the activity calendar of the Section Chief and scheduling research-related virtual and in-person meetings.
Providing administrative support for faculty course directors.
Answering the phone and greeting visitors.

This position requires a willingness to assist a diverse community and take on other responsibilities as they occur.

Required Skills

A minimum of an associate degree with bachelor's degree prefers or equivalent and 1 work year experience.
Must have professional work ethic, positive and friendly attitude; be willing and able to perform multiple tasks that require considerable judgment, tact and understanding of the organization's procedures, especially on confidential matters; must be willing to learn and adapt to office environment.
Familiarity with the BUMC/ BU environment is desired, as well as efficiency in time management, organization, accuracy and attention to detail, especially in preparing and verifying important documents.

Skill requirements:

Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; website maintenance is desirable.
Familiarity with Blackboard, Doodle, and Survey Monkey are preferable.
Excellent writing and editing skills, as well as good interpersonal skills. Dependability is expected, as well as flexibility during events.
Must demonstrate excellent customer service abilities and be able to adjust to individual needs of students, staff and faculty.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Skills

Job Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: $20.10-$32.16

To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316464

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