What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant 1, Chung Lab position at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Posting Description
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, Chung Lab - Picower Institute for Learning and Memory , is a pivotal role responsible for overall administration, procurement, office inventory management, and logistics for a large NIH UM1 research center. This position involves scheduling routine sub-team, program, and center-wide meetings, providing technical support to leadership and lab personnel, and serving as the primary point of contact for non-research-related laboratory issues; assuming the role of the sole purchaser for the lab, assists in compiling quarterly and annual reports, and performing copy-editing and proofreading tasks as needed; managing vendor relationships, service contracts, the lab website, software/licenses, and the lab calendar; ensuring meticulous record keeping; and undertaking other duties as required to support the efficient operation of the center.
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Job Requirements
REQUIRED : High school diploma or equivalent; a minimum of two years of administrative, office, or related experience; proficiency in office software and data management tools; exceptional organizational and multitasking skills; strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. PREFERRED : Bachelor's degree and experience in a research or academic setting at center-scale.
5/28/2026
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, Chung Lab - Picower Institute for Learning and Memory , is a pivotal role responsible for overall administration, procurement, office inventory management, and logistics for a large NIH UM1 research center. This position involves scheduling routine sub-team, program, and center-wide meetings, providing technical support to leadership and lab personnel, and serving as the primary point of contact for non-research-related laboratory issues; assuming the role of the sole purchaser for the lab, assists in compiling quarterly and annual reports, and performing copy-editing and proofreading tasks as needed; managing vendor relationships, service contracts, the lab website, software/licenses, and the lab calendar; ensuring meticulous record keeping; and undertaking other duties as required to support the efficient operation of the center.
Find the full Job Description here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:a5a6604d-c3be-4434-abe4-3ec5de5acc1d
Job Requirements
REQUIRED : High school diploma or equivalent; a minimum of two years of administrative, office, or related experience; proficiency in office software and data management tools; exceptional organizational and multitasking skills; strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. PREFERRED : Bachelor's degree and experience in a research or academic setting at center-scale.
5/28/2026