Administrative Assistant - Pioneering Science

Administrative Assistant - Pioneering Science Job Description

Applies expertise to perform a variety of non-clinical administrative support tasks including scheduling, coordination, and follow-up tasks for meetings, events, and professional travel; managing of calendars; preparing documents and presentation materials; processing invoices and reimbursements; composing and/or transcribing correspondence/documents; supporting departmental projects/activities; creating and maintaining web sites, web pages, databases, spreadsheets, social media accounts; answering telephones and providing related follow- through.

Exhibits initiative, proficiency, and adaptability to optimize the time of those supported. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; a commitment to quality and excellence in service; confidentiality; and professionalism are important components of the role. Demonstrates proficient use of computer hardware and software, telecommunication, and other office equipment and ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously. Is accountable for ensuring accuracy and completeness through attention to detail.

• Position requires high school diploma or G.
  
  E.
  
  D. with a minimum of two years’ experience in an administrative support role or one-year degree/diploma in an administrative, business, or medical-related program with a minimum of one-year experience in an administrative support role, or an associate’s degree in an administrative, business, or medical-related program.
• Administrative support role experience must include performance of responsibilities such as meeting management and calendar coordination, creating/transcribing correspondence/documents, and utilization of business-related software to produce databases, spreadsheets, presentations, etc.
• Possess high-level skills in organization, customer service, professionalism, interpersonal relations, written and oral communication, and the ability to prioritize, frequently and quickly shift tasks, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrate effective and appropriate decision-making, judgment, and confidentiality as well as attention to detail and follow-through.
• Experience with coordination of travel and expense management.
• Proficient application of English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
• Experience supporting research investigators or programs is preferred.
• Experience with grant submissions, manuscript formatting, and End Note is preferred.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options.
• Dental:
  Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:
  Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement:
  Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

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• Job Identification 377671
• Job Category Administration & Administrative Operations
• Posting Date 03/09/2026, 04:46 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 55905
• Benefits Eligible Yes
• Remote worker Flexibility of both remote and on-site work
• Compensation Detail $21.13 - $29.63/ hour
• Schedule Details Monday - Friday, standard business hours. Must be located within driving distance of the Rochester, MN campus. Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM. Must be a U.S. Citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee.