Overview
Under minimal supervision, the Executive Assistant I provides high-level administrative support primarily to Vice Presidents and above or a comparable level executive. Work requires some analysis and use of initiative and independent judgement. The Executive Assistant I is often called upon to communicate on behalf of executive(s) to other employees. The Executive Assistant I conducts work assignments of increasing complexity with some latitude for independent judgement and remains knowledgeable of corporate polices.
The Executive Assistant will support Dr. Robert Soiffer, the Chief of Hematologic Malignancies/Stem Cell Transplant which falls under Medical Oncology. Dr. Soiffer also has responsibilities as the Vice Chair of Medical Oncology. This role may additionally support one or two other faculty members if assigned. Responsibilities are largely travel arrangements, meeting coordination, event planning and other administrative duties as assigned.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
This position’s work location is hybrid with two or three days per week remote. The selected candidate may only work remote days from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI).
Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision will perform the following:
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum Experience:
5 years of administrative experience.
License/Certification/Registration:
N/A
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.