Job Description
Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Research Foundation Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Apr 28 2026 Job Description: Title: Senior Administrative Assistant Unit: Office of Research Programs (ORP) Salary: $53,000 - $55,000 annual DOQ Brief description of duties: This position provides comprehensive administrative, financial, and operational support for the Office of Research Programs (ORP) at SUNY ESF. It serves as a central liaison among faculty, staff, and external partners, requiring exceptional organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate and manage complex processes. Administrative Support Delivers comprehensive administrative and operational support across ORP functions; including finance, purchasing, meeting coordination, and communications, while working closely with key internal and external stakeholders. Works with SUNY Research Foundation business systems to generate queries and reports Analyzes and summarizes data using Excel; maintains and supports compliance, record keeping, and retention of Office of Research Programs documentation. Provides executive-level administrative support to the Assistant Vice President for Research, including communications and scheduling, and collaborates with the Provost's Office to advance institutional research priorities. Office Management Leads the hiring, supervision, and scheduling of student work-study staff to support ORP operations and coordinates additional opportunities that enhance undergraduate research programs. Manages office resources, including supplies inventory, purchasing activities, and procurement card processes, ensuring compliance with institutional and Research Foundation policies. Oversee daily office operations and serve as a primary point of contact for visitors, callers, and int