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Troy University

Graduate Administrative Assistant

Troy, AL · On-site

$16 - $21.75/hr

... Administrative Assistant Position Type Student Department Department of C R I T - Troy Division ... research related activities such as data entry, literature searches, and other research ...

Boston Children's Hospital

May assist in budget development. Establishes departmental policies, systems and procedures to ... Experience: * 7 years of research administrative experience required is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for research administrative assistant in the United States is $21.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Research Administrative Assistant vs Research Coordinator?

AspectResearch Administrative AssistantResearch Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or associate degree; some roles prefer administrative or research-related certificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field; often requires research experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting research teams with administrative tasksResearch sites, labs, or clinical settings, overseeing research activities and participant coordination
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, healthcare organizationsAcademic institutions, healthcare research centers, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonAdministrative support in researchManaging research projects and participant coordination

The main difference is that a Research Administrative Assistant primarily handles administrative tasks supporting research projects, while a Research Coordinator manages research activities, including participant recruitment and data collection. Both roles are essential in research settings but differ in responsibilities and required experience.

What is a research administrative assistant?

A research administrative assistant provides support to research teams by managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and maintaining records. They often use office software and may assist with data entry, document preparation, and logistical tasks to ensure smooth research operations.

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A research administrative assistant typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, with many roles preferring or requiring a bachelor's degree in fields like business, administration, or a related area. Strong organizational skills, proficiency with office software, and experience in data management or research support are also important qualifications.

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Research Administrative Assistant

San Diego, CA • On-site

VENESCO, LLC
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about VENESCO, LLCexternal

$24 - $29/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description

Research Administrative Assistant


Venesco, LLC is looking for a Research Administrative Assistant to support the Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, CA. 

The Research Administrative Assistant will be primarily responsible for providing administrative support and administrative functions including, but not limited to, calendar management, updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guides, taking meeting minutes, distributing after-action reports, and maintaining trackers. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.


This full-time position is based onsite with an approved telework agreement in place, allowing for hybrid work. Work hours to coincide with the standard command business hours of 0700-1630. The current requirement is minimum 3 days at the customer site per week, days of the week may vary. Please note, the telework agreement and ability to work remotely are subject to change based on organizational needs and policies.


Qualified applicants must be US Citizens and hold or be eligible for a Secret Clearance.


Primary Responsibilities:


  • Perform a broad range of administrative duties including scheduling and coordinating in-person and virtual meetings, drafting meeting agendas, taking minutes, and distributing after-action reports 
  • Manage calendars and maintain action item tracker for senior leadership
  • Effectively communicate with internal and external teams to help facilitate the implementation of new or changing policies and processes
  • Support team on collaborative projects, department meetings, and command events
  • Review and recommend improvements to existing SOPs, instructions, and guides
  • Perform support functions such as compiling reports and metrics, setting up weekly and monthly meetings, and submitting forms through electronic approval routing systems
  • Maintain science investigator guidelines, product lists, and technology transfer regulations. Adhere to the command authored works review and agreements approval process.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in health promotion, public health, psychology, or a health-related field
  • Experience preparing and reviewing both technical and scientific documents
  • c. Ability to manage concurrent tasks; able to complete assignments quickly without sacrificing accuracy and attention to detail; self-starter and motivated; and adept at working in a highly customer-oriented and professional environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat; experience in virtual meeting platforms such as MS Teams and Zoom


Desired Qualifications 

  • Working knowledge of Navy medical R&D activities and the government and military in general.
  • Previous or current clearance or history of a completed government background check.


Venesco, LLC, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Venesco is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Consistent with this commitment, we are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.

For more information on Venesco, LLC., visit https://venesco.com.

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