OICR - Executive Assistant
Position: Executive Assistant
Site: MaRS Centre, Toronto
Department: Operations
Reports To: VP Operations, and Corporate Secretary
Salary: Commensurate with level of experience
Hours: 35 Hrs/week
Status: Permanent, Full Time
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is a new centre of excellence in cancer research located in the MaRS Centre in the Discovery District in downtown Toronto. Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent research institute funded by the Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation. OICR will address significant challenges in cancer research with multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional teams. New discoveries to prevent, detect and treat cancer will be moved from the bench to practical applications in patients.
The OICR team is growing quickly. We are innovative, dedicated professionals who bring expertise to each of our roles. We are looking for individuals interested in being part of a culture of excellence that will result in Ontario being recognized internationally as a leading jurisdiction for cancer research.
For more information on the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, please visit our website at www.oicr.on.ca.
The Executive Assistant for the VP, Operations and Corporate Secretary provides full administrative support which includes: performing word processing services for assigned personnel; dealing with business contacts; organizing and coordinating meetings/events; maintaining written and/or electronic calendar/schedules; maintaining and modifying electronic and paper information filing/retrieval systems methods, and/or formats; performing routine budgetary support functions; preparation of presentation materials; ensuring the efficient operation of the office; performing cross-functional responsibilities, as assigned; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Interested candidates may apply here.
OICR has a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.
On Resume Format: If you elect to apply, you will need to have a text only version of your resume, or possibly HTML format, in order to cut and paste it into the application box provided. Then after the application process, and after hitting submit, you will be invited to attach one or two files to your application. Please make one of these attached files your formatted resume in one of .doc, .wps, .rtf or .pdf formats.
Site: MaRS Centre, Toronto
Department: Operations
Reports To: VP Operations, and Corporate Secretary
Salary: Commensurate with level of experience
Hours: 35 Hrs/week
Status: Permanent, Full Time
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is a new centre of excellence in cancer research located in the MaRS Centre in the Discovery District in downtown Toronto. Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent research institute funded by the Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation. OICR will address significant challenges in cancer research with multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional teams. New discoveries to prevent, detect and treat cancer will be moved from the bench to practical applications in patients.
The OICR team is growing quickly. We are innovative, dedicated professionals who bring expertise to each of our roles. We are looking for individuals interested in being part of a culture of excellence that will result in Ontario being recognized internationally as a leading jurisdiction for cancer research.
For more information on the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, please visit our website at www.oicr.on.ca.
The Executive Assistant for the VP, Operations and Corporate Secretary provides full administrative support which includes: performing word processing services for assigned personnel; dealing with business contacts; organizing and coordinating meetings/events; maintaining written and/or electronic calendar/schedules; maintaining and modifying electronic and paper information filing/retrieval systems methods, and/or formats; performing routine budgetary support functions; preparation of presentation materials; ensuring the efficient operation of the office; performing cross-functional responsibilities, as assigned; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
- At least 6 years of experience in a comparable administrative role;
- Completion of a recognized post secondary secretarial arts program at the certificate level or equivalent, an asset;
- Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint) and Outlook;
- Ability to analyze basic data and information;
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills;
- Proven ability to multi-task;
- Demonstrated ability to work in a new and fast paced environment;
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations;
- Experience working in a scientific/academic environment preferred.
Interested candidates may apply here.
OICR has a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.
The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.
On Resume Format: If you elect to apply, you will need to have a text only version of your resume, or possibly HTML format, in order to cut and paste it into the application box provided. Then after the application process, and after hitting submit, you will be invited to attach one or two files to your application. Please make one of these attached files your formatted resume in one of .doc, .wps, .rtf or .pdf formats.
MaRS FACTS
MaRS is an independent not-for-profit organization and operates with a volunteer Board of Directors.