Job Description

Position: Research Administrative Assistant
Location: East Orange, NJ
Work Environment: Hybrid (on-site with ad-hoc ability to work remotely)
Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award
Knowesis is currently seeking a Research Administrative Assistant to support research programmatic activities at the New Jersey War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (NJ WRIISC). This position engages in critical administrative duties for WRIISC and assists the Senior Administrative Assistant in ensuring the smooth operation of the program. It requires excellent customer service and a working knowledge of the existing business operations and policies and procedures.
To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security requirements.
The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Schedule and coordinate Veteran appointments, paying attention to detail while understanding the Veteran’s needs.
Document contacts via phone, email, and letter; follows up with Veteran inquiries; proactively seeks relevant staff to respond as needed.
Manage incoming mail, deliveries, and other correspondence.
Assist Veterans with telehealth connections for remote appointments.
Engage with other departments as needed to facilitate coordination.
Perform data entry and validation tasks.
Use electronic data collection processes, enter information provided verbally or on paper into databases, run routine data checks and reports.
Provide input to superiors when observing areas for improvement.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a high school diploma
Three years of similar experience
Favorable background check
Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Job Tags

Contract work,

Similar Jobs

New York State Civil Service

Park manager tree program Job at New York State Civil Service

...NY HELP Yes Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Park Manager 1 (NY HELPS) (Tree Program) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 18 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical...

Delta-T Group Inc.

School Nurse: Registered Nurse RN (Transportation Nursing) Job at Delta-T Group Inc.

...Degree Our Client is seeking a School Transportation Nurse (RN) to provide services in the Detroit, MI area for the 2024/25... ...highly qualified professionals for rewarding short and long-term contract opportunities. Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective...

Adient

Shipping & Receiving Job at Adient

...people - a team of adventurous thinkers and passionate high performers who make it all possible. We pride ourselves on being at the vanguard of new industry trends and technologies. When you join Adient, you'll play an important role in helping us improve the experience...

Forms+Surfaces Inc

Powder Coat Painter Job at Forms+Surfaces Inc

...numerous disciplines: design, engineering, manufacturing, sales, sustainability, and client support. We are currently seeking a Powder Coat Painter to join our Quality team to assist in improving the day-to-day manufacturing of our product lines. Shift: Sunday - Wednesday...

Designer Brands (DSW, Camuto Group)

DSW Store Manager Job at Designer Brands (DSW, Camuto Group)

...personalize their experience: Responsible for elevating the in-store experience by modeling, supervising and coaching associate and... ...scheduling, forecasting, labor add/reductions, payroll management, etc. Builds a diverse team that meets the needs of the customer...

Research Administrative Assistant Job at Knowesis Inc., East Orange, NJ

UTdoZkY5WWhkSk5HNjVZc085dGRhV01WNHc9PQ==