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The Division of Animal Resources within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full time Secretary to join the Animal Care team.

 

The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented and capable of working with minimal supervision. The selected individual will be the contact person between the unit and other units within the division of Animal Resources. Other responsibilities include attending all unit’s meetings and taking minutes of such meetings. The selected individual will be responsible for placing orders for needed items for the unit.

 

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. This is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community. 

 

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs routine office and clerical tasks, including but not limited to, greeting visitors, answering and screening phones calls, responding to routine inquiries, maintaining calendars, and preparing daily schedules.
• Prioritizes meeting requests for one or more managers and ensures manager is prepared for scheduled meetings.
• Coordinates meetings, and may take minutes, summarize and distribute to participants.
• Creates and maintains databases and filing systems.
• Generates reports, correspondence, and other documents.
• Processes incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Orders and maintains office supplies.
• May process human resources and payroll transactions.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Office location is within the animal care wing area.
• Schedule is Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.
• Currently, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote work eligible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent and one year of clerical or secretarial experience.
• Previous experience with various personal computer software applications.
• Some positions within this classification may require keyboarding skills or knowledge of medical terminology.

COMPENSATION:

• This is a non-exempt position paid hourly.
• Hourly Rate: Minimum $17.54, Mid-Point $19.183, Maximum $23.846.
• Annualized Salary: Minimum $36,483.20, Mid-Point $39,900, Maximum $49,600.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT: 

The Emory National Primate Research Centre (EPC), in conjunction with Emory University, conducts pre-employment screenings for all positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background check, and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. In addition, the process may include a drug screening with health assessment, and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID-19 vaccinations may be necessary for specific research projects.

 

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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