Project Assistant
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Enters data and maintains animal records in the Animal Records System (ARS)/LabKey database, primarily for Unit of Collaborative Research (UCR). Enters all sample shipments and collaborators information into the ARS. Provides administrative support to the Assistant Director for Collaborative Research (ADCR) and Unit of Collaborative Research Program Manager in the preparation of schedules and reports, including weekly and annual progress reports. Performs administrative duties in support of the ADCR, program manager and research laboratory. Other duties include, but not limited to: collecting and maintaining records of shipping logs from Center’s investigator and core labs, maintaining sample logs, creating labels for animal samples, assisting with sample pickup/distribution and shipping support for the UCR laboratory within the Division of Veterinary Medicine. Collaborates with Colony Epidemiologist and Tulane information technology (IT) to improve animal records system data integrity.
May be designated as essential personnel during a storm/natural disaster. If required to work during a closure, employee must provide accurate and current contact information and is responsible for maintaining communication with TNPRC. Failure to report to work when requested by supervisor or manager will result in disciplinary action as outlined by the Staff Handbook.
Failure to meet established performance standards in the performance of the job duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description (or as otherwise assigned) and/or failure to interact courteously and tactfully with managers, co-workers, customers and/or vendors such that productivity or departmental morale suffers will result in management’s taking the appropriate disciplinary action as outlined in the Staff Handbook.
Employee attendance must meet established work schedules. Faithfulness in coming to work, being on time, planning absences in advance when possible, and calling in when unavoidably detained from reporting for work is an essential requirement of the job.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- General knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and operation of computer systems
- Ability to understand and use database programs with accurate data entry and reporting
- Familiarity with standard electronic office machines (phones, fax, copiers, etc.)
- Proven ability to follow oral and written instructions
- The TNPRC maintains biosafety level 3 facilities and performs work on diverse infectious agents many of which can cause serious disease in humans if standard operating procedures, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment, are not followed. Depending on agent specific risk assessments individuals may be offered, or in some cases required to have vaccinations against the relevant agents.
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If this position is assigned to work in ABSL3 containment areas there will be additional minimum requirements including some or all of the following:
- Must pass a US Department of Justice Security Risk Assessment for access to select biological agents and toxins.
- Ability to perform job duties while wearing respiratory protection.
- Must participate in drug and alcohol program and be in compliance with TNPRC drug and alcohol policy
Required Education and/or Experience
- Specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents are required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Business courses/business certification/some college.
- Previous data entry and/or scheduling experience
- Proficiency/experience with Tulane systems and programs
