Position: Project Assistant
Requisition: #1671
Date Opened: 9 June 2008
Successful candidate will provide administrative support for the Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion including assisting with the coordination of conferences and seminars; assisting with preparation and distribution of conference and seminar reports; assisting in the coordination of participation in a multi stake holder project; editing material for project-related Web sites; responding to inquires verbally or in writing about logistics of project activities; performing other work related duties as assigned. This is a full-time regular position anticipated to extend for a period of 6 months that is renewable contingent on continued funding.
Qualifications: Position requires a formal training program of one to two years beyond high school; or an Associate's degree (Bachelor's degree in theology or science preferred); 2-3 years prior work experience; previous experience in the theology or science field highly desired; typing ability; word-processing (Microsoft Word) experience required; database experience helpful; knowledge of web page editing programs useful; good verbal, written and interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple assignments.
If you have questions, you may e-mail a message to a Human Resources Representative. Our normal business hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET. Our TDD number for the hearing impaired is 202-326-6728.
To apply for a position, please send a resume along with a cover letter including salary requirements, position title and Requisition Number. Any resumes that exclude the preceding information will not be processed. You may send your resume by e-mail to jobs@aaas.org, fax it to 202-682-1630, or mail it to:
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Human Resources Department
1200 New York Avenue, NW #100
Washington, DC20005
The AAAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a nonsmoking work environment.