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Administrative Assistant, Impact Investments

Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan stands as one of the world's foremost engines for groundbreaking research, driving societal impact and economic growth through transformative innovation.  Innovation Partnerships, a key unit within the Office of the Vice President for Research, plays a critical role in translating this research into real-world solutions by supporting commercialization, startup company formation, and growth. Through strategic connections with industry, entrepreneurs, and investors, Innovation Partnerships ensures that UM innovations reach society, addressing critical needs, spurring economic development, and creating lasting, positive societal impact.

As the Administrative Assistant, Impact Investments, you will be responsible for administrative support for and report to the Executive Director of Impact Investments and Strategic Alliances and provide administrative support to the Commercialization Program Manager.

Responsibilities*

Support the Executive Director, Impact Investments and Strategic Alliances with a variety of projects, including (70%): 

Support the commercialization program team with grant-related activities, including (30%): 

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Work Locations

Units determine the mode of work based on their assessment of the job requirements, operational needs and priorities. Innovation Partnerships has determined that this will be a hybrid position, a role that combines remote and in-office work.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

This position is a 2-year, term-limited position. This position is supported with grant funding and there is the possibility of extending the position if the grant is renewed.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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