The University of Chicago

Temporary Administrative Assistant


Pay$16.20 - $17.00 / hour
LocationChicago/Illinois
Employment typePart-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: JR28728
      Employer Industry: Higher Education

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Hourly pay rate between $16.20 - $17.00
      - Temporary part-time position with a flexible schedule of approximately 17 hours per week
      - Opportunity to gain experience in a prestigious academic environment
      - Work remotely, offering flexibility in your work location
      - Collaborate with a team dedicated to data governance and research initiatives
      - Contribute to meaningful projects that support higher education and academic research

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Support the functions of the Data Governance Department at the employer
      - Serve as the primary data coordinator for the Research Data Inventory Application
      - Provide regular updates and reports on research data and project statuses
      - Manage and organize research data, ensuring proper documentation and archiving
      - Assist with the research data acquisition process and coordinate project meetings

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - High school diploma or GED required; degree in higher education preferred
      - Proven experience in administrative processes, demonstrating sound judgment and problem-solving skills
      - Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom, Box, Qualtrics, and Adobe
      - Ability to manage and organize large data sets effectively
      - Familiarity with the academic research enterprise and higher education structures

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience with web-based information management systems
      - Knowledge of research data management practices
      - Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively in a remote environment

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  • About the company

      The University of Chicago is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois.