Staff Assistant III (Administrative Assistant) Location Hybrid remote in Boston, MA : Job Summary The Department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases (IID) was formed in 1997 when the Departments of Cancer Biology, Molecular and Cellular Toxicology and Tropical Public Health were merged. The department focuses on the biological, immunological, epidemiological and ecological aspects of viral, bacterial and protozoan diseases of animals and humans, including the vectors that transmit infectious agents. Research in the department's 14 laboratories is primarily focused on diseases of developing countries. Position Description
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Operations and Administration, this position provides administrative support to IID faculty and performs administrative tasks as a member of the department's administrative team. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Managing complex calendars, schedules, and appointments Making travel arrangements Coordinating meetings and presentations Assisting with publication and grant preparation Creating and submitting expense reports and travel authorization requests Editing websites Other duties as assigned In addition to working with the Assistant Director and related faculty, the position works closely with other department administrative staff, including the Associate Director of Finance and the finance team, as well as the Department Coordinator. Basic Qualifications 3+ years of related work experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered Additional Qualifications and Skills
The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred: Bachelor's Degree Experience in an academic or research environment is a plus Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including communicating appropriately with a variety of clients and stakeholders Dedicated team player with a strong customer service orientation Experience prioritizing and managing multiple competing deadlines and requests from multiple sources simultaneously The following cultural competencies are also preferred: Awareness of and aptitude to appropriately and effectively understand, respect, and adapt to cultural and identity-based difference within group environments Knowledge of and commitment to concepts and issues tied to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion Skills related to creating and supporting an environment that allows for inclusion, effective intercultural engagement, and personal humility and authenticity Additional Information
Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country! - The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions. Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings. This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers. - The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines. Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment. Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website ( to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers. Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date. Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more. Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service. Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools. Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions. Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning. Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more. Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston. Job Function
General Administration Department Office Location
USA - MA - Boston Job Code
403033 Staff Assistant III Work Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) Sub-Unit
- Salary Grade
053 Department
Immunology and Infectious Diseases Union
55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Time Status
Full-time Pre-Employment Screening
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At the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, we believe that diversity is integral to the Harvard experience and our mission of improving public health education, research and policy. Diversity of cultural backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding the world enriches our community and enables us to best meet the public health needs of the United States and the world. Ongoing learning and development related to diversity allows for both individual and institutional growth, and is necessary to foster and sustain a culture of inclusion. To achieve this, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities for learning, living, and working at the Harvard Chan School. We maintain an unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our institutional values and to actively counter, minimize, and address racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, gender bias, and all forms of discrimination. Learn more about the School's mission, objectives, and core values and our diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives. EEO Statement
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