Administrative Assistant
0.5 FTE 1.0 FTE
Reports to Program Manager
Kineta, Inc. is a Seattle-based biotechnology company dedicated to discovery and development of products to treat autoimmune/inflammatory and infectious diseases. At Kineta, our team of globally renowned scientists is developing unique medicines that enhance immunity and empower the human body to conquer disease. Our innovative work environment requires employees to be independent, creative, and organized in addressing challenges and opportunities.
We are searching for an experienced, enthusiastic administrative assistant eager to provide support in the fast paced environment of a startup biotech company.
Responsibilities:
Extensive calendar management and scheduling for high level executives and program groups
Maintaining important corporate files and corporate contacts database
Arranging travel plans for staff and visitors: airfare, hotel, transportation, meals
Event planning: onsite meetings and offsite events (ie annual holiday party, lunch meetings.)
Ordering supplies and reagents for lab and office, tracking orders, maintaining vendors, receive quotes
Assisting with human resources and accounts payables related tasks
Answering main phone line and general reception duties
Faxing, copying, filing, and running errands as requested
Organizing and sorting daily mail
Assisting with operations and facilities issues
Qualifications:
1-2 years administrative experience minimum.
Prefer Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or some college coursework.
Extensive experience with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
Experience with a multi-line phone system.
Polished and professional conduct over email, phone, and all correspondence.
Friendly and positive attitude.
Prior experience in a biotech or academic research environment preferable.
Kineta offers a competitive total compensation package as well as the chance to join an exciting company at an early stage. Please send cover letter and resume to Kineta, Inc
Email: resumes@kinetabio.com
Kineta, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Location: Seattle, WA
Compensation: DOE
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