Entry Level Biochemistry Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

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Position Title
Student Administrative Assistant II _Non-FWS
Level of Support
Student Support II
Position Type
Non-FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
19.50
Division/School
School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Department Name
813111 BIOCHEMISTRY
Department Bio
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking a Student Administrative Assistant to support the department's academic, research, and engagement initiatives by helping create opportunities for faculty, students, and researchers to connect, share ideas, and stay engaged with ongoing research developments.
Position Specific Summary
The successful candidate will assist with the coordination and logistics of the
department's weekly seminar series and special events. Responsibilities include preparing seminar
rooms, setting up and managing Zoom meetings for virtual attendees, ordering and
organizing food and refreshments, tracking beverage and supply inventory, ensuring
audiovisual equipment is functioning properly, and providing general administrative
support before, during, and after events.
Standard Position Description
The student will serve as an administrative assistant and perform tasks to support the operations of the the office or department. Task may include managing small to mid-level projects or events, responding to departmental inquiries, assist with communications and marketing, data entry, and other general office tasks. Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.
Professional Outcomes
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Required Qualifications
Some applicable educational, technical, or professional experience required, some training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and possesses strong
communication and multitasking skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with
Zoom are preferred. Availability on Tuesdays is required to support the department's
recurring seminar series.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/12/2026
Job Close Date
08/26/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
In-Person
Hiring Manager Name
Raechelle McCants
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.