Program Aide

Job Title

Program Aide

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Epidemiology & Biostatistics

Proposed Minimum Salary

$20.00 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

What we believe

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .”

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want  

The School of Public Heath, Epidemiology & Biostatistics is looking for a Program Aide to assist with project support We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of online program design experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting center staff and faculty in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

Job Description Summary: The Program Aide is responsible for project support including managing research supplies and maintaining inventory of research supplies, shipping and receiving packages, general administrative support, and deployment. This person should be able to work on a flexible schedule and accommodate unanticipated schedule changes.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• Experience in operating and driving automotive vehicles
• General office procedures including filing, organizing, and searching for materials
• Travel required

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent driving record
• Able to carry or lift heavy objects from the floor or overhead  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Able to accommodate unanticipated schedule changes
• Work beyond normal offices hours and/or work on weekends.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in packaging and shipping
• Assisting professionals in academic settings
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Experience working with diverse individuals and communities

Job Responsibilities:

• General Administrative Support-Provide administrative support.
• Respond to general emails and calls.
• Assist with book shelving and filing documents.
• Assist with preparing purchase orders with vendors and procuring research supplies.
• Initiate and review purchase requisitions in AggieBuy.
• Assist with moving and retrieving materials.
• Assist with training student workers.
• Plan and coordinate meetings and activities.
• Logistics and Inventory Management-Manage office and research supplies and maintain inventory.
• Prepare and package research materials.
• Ship, receive, and stock research materials.
• Manage the shipment and receipt of all products, materials, and supplies. T
• racks, traces, and updates the status of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Deployment-Assist with planning itineraries.
• Drive a vehicle to transport PI or supplies to and within the deployment area.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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