Senior Administrative Assistant Job at Pharmaron in Franklin

Overview

Senior Administrative Assistant position at Pharmaron, on-site in Somerset, NJ. Base pay range: $22.00/hr - $25.00/hr. Location: Somerset, NJ (on-site).

Position: Senior Administrative Assistant

Location: Somerset, NJ (on-site)

Hourly Range: $22 - $25

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services. We supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. We work with more than 3,000 global customers. For more information, visit www.pharmaron.com.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations and provide cross-functional assistance to our HR, IT, and Business Development teams. This role will manage administrative tasks, coordinate schedules and events, and ensure smooth communication across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage office operations including supplies, invoices, equipment, and vendor coordination.
• Provide administrative and reception support, ensuring professional communication with staff and visitors.
• Schedule and organize meetings, conferences, travel arrangements, and staff appointments.
• Assist with HR and IT activities, including onboarding new hires and system access setup.
• Support company events, business development activities, and other special projects as needed.

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of administrative support, HR, or related experience (preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Mandarin/English bilingual preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask and problem-solve effectively.
• Professional, proactive, and detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Why Pharmaron?

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

Benefits

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

How To Apply

Ready to seize this opportunity? Apply online today and join a dynamic team driving innovation in biopharmaceutical research and development. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Salary: $22 - $25 per hour

EEO Statement: As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed.