Center Administrative Professional (Oshri)-Limited Term

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Experience working with UGA systems; Experience coordinating schedules and working with research projects.

Position will support the administrative needs of research center directorship, coordinators, research staff, affiliated PIs, and students. Daily tasks include making purchases within UGAmart, obtaining proper approvals, maintaining director's calendar, and tracking purchases. Additional tasks include assisting the center coordinator with daily tasks such as coordinating meetings, creating agendas, and correspondence with other UGA staff and affiliates.

This position is grant funded, expected to end five years after the project start date in 2023. The position may be extended beyond the initial term, contingent upon continued funding.

Handle packages, less than 15 pounds

Sit at computer as needed

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Complete all purchasing required by individual research projects, center, and staff, including PIs, from initiation to completion, including corresponding with the finance team responsible for approvals.

Manage the center newsletter and simple updates to the website, updating and creating content as needed, and troubleshooting.

Assist PIs, staff, and students in processing travel and expense reports.

Manage PI and center calendars and schedules, including reserving rooms, and managing correspondence scheduling meetings.

Assist with editing and drafting as requested by PIs and center coordinator.

Meetings with center personnel and grant teams for updates, project understanding and planning, job oversight.