TES - RFID Lab Administrative Support Specialist

RFID Lab Administrative Support Specialist

This is a temporary assignment. The RFID Lab at Auburn University is currently accepting applications for the position of RFID Lab Administrative Support Associate. This position will provide administrative support for the department.

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Contributes to the daily business and operational functions of the RFID Lab
• Coordinates administrative processes such as travel, reimbursements, correspondence, recordkeeping, and inventory management
• Coordinates unit meetings; schedules and maintains calendars; provides meeting resources including cleanliness of spaces, access, meals, etc.
• Assists with contract, invoice, and legal document coordination (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, PSCs) with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists faculty and staff with contract and grant proposal routing
• Assists with hiring, training, and supervising RFID Lab students while maintaining accurate records for scheduling, timekeeping, and reporting.
• Coordinates student recruitment, travel, and related administrative processes, including expense and reimbursement documentation.
• Participates in planning and coordinating events and meetings—including advisory board sessions, lab tours, workshops, and conferences—that promote research, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Why work at Auburn?

Life-changing impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

We're here for you: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

A place for everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

Desired qualifications:

Salary range: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: Alabama

Equal opportunity compliance statement: It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special instructions to applicants:

Documents needed to apply:

Required documents:

1. Resume

Optional documents:

1. Cover Letter