University of Kentucky
STEPS Administrative Support Associate
University of Kentucky, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
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Posting Details
Job Title : STEPS Administrative Support Associate
Requisition Number : TE09130
Department : 7H018: Toxicology and Cancer Biology
Location : Lexington, KY
Salary : $18/hour
Type : Temporary
Position Time Status : Full-Time
Shift : Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/week)
Physical Requirements : Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 25 lbs.; sitting for long periods; repetitive motion.
Job Summary
The Department of Toxicology & Cancer Biology is recruiting an Administrative Support Associate to assist and support the DTCB Business Office. This role will serve as the first point of contact for the Department (answering phones, fielding questions and other inquiries, etc.) and provide assistance to faculty as needed. The position will also manage graduate program administration, coordinate all department events and seminar series, process payment documents, make travel arrangements for official guests, and provide back‑up assistance for centralized ordering and other departmental functions.
Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact; answer phones and respond to inquiries.
Assist faculty with administrative tasks.
Administer graduate program activities.
Coordinate department events and seminars.
Process payment documents.
Arrange travel for official guests.
Provide backup support for centralized ordering and other functions.
Qualifications
Detail‑oriented with maturity and good judgment.
Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with flexibility.
Experience or familiarity with SAP (preferred).
Preferred Education/Experience
Not specified.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Deadline to Apply :
01/16/2026
Benefits
We value the well‑being of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy workplace. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University follows federal and state constitutions and all applicable laws on nondiscrimination. It provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen, as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Administrative
Industries
Higher Education
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STEPS Administrative Support Associate
role at
University of Kentucky .
Posting Details
Job Title : STEPS Administrative Support Associate
Requisition Number : TE09130
Department : 7H018: Toxicology and Cancer Biology
Location : Lexington, KY
Salary : $18/hour
Type : Temporary
Position Time Status : Full-Time
Shift : Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/week)
Physical Requirements : Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 25 lbs.; sitting for long periods; repetitive motion.
Job Summary
The Department of Toxicology & Cancer Biology is recruiting an Administrative Support Associate to assist and support the DTCB Business Office. This role will serve as the first point of contact for the Department (answering phones, fielding questions and other inquiries, etc.) and provide assistance to faculty as needed. The position will also manage graduate program administration, coordinate all department events and seminar series, process payment documents, make travel arrangements for official guests, and provide back‑up assistance for centralized ordering and other departmental functions.
Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact; answer phones and respond to inquiries.
Assist faculty with administrative tasks.
Administer graduate program activities.
Coordinate department events and seminars.
Process payment documents.
Arrange travel for official guests.
Provide backup support for centralized ordering and other functions.
Qualifications
Detail‑oriented with maturity and good judgment.
Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with flexibility.
Experience or familiarity with SAP (preferred).
Preferred Education/Experience
Not specified.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Deadline to Apply :
01/16/2026
Benefits
We value the well‑being of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy workplace. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University follows federal and state constitutions and all applicable laws on nondiscrimination. It provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen, as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Administrative
Industries
Higher Education
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