Job ID

75759

Job Title

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (II)

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

2026/05/04

Job Type

Limited Term (>12 months)

Close Date

2026/05/10

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

Favorite Job

Department

Medicine

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 5

Salary Range

$24.19 - $34.04 (hourly)

Job Code

JD0091

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

12.2 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Education Level

2-year Community College diploma in Office Administration or related field of study

Career Level

Requires 3 years of relevant experience

Anticipated Fill Date

As soon as possible

Existing Vacancy?

Yes, newly created position

Job Description Number

JD0091

Job Description

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Unit / Project Description:

The Evidence in Allergy Group uses clinical trials and observational studies to address food allergy and anaphylaxis. We are seeking a motivated clinical research coordinator to join and grow with our group that is centered at McMaster University Medical Centre.

Food allergy is a growing global problem that affects 1 in 2 Canadian households and over 3 million nationwide. We aim to improve the diagnosis and management of food allergy. The Evidence in Allergy group, based out of McMaster University Medical Centre, collaborates with patient advocacy groups, Health Canada, international investigators and guideline developers to achieve these aims.

Job Summary:

TheAdministrative Assistant (II) is responsible for organizing and performing a full range of administrative duties that require a thorough understanding of established functions, policies, and procedures. This position establishes priorities for general office operations and is responsible for providing direction to others in how to carry out work tasks.

Accountabilities:

• Establish priorities for general office operations.
• Plan and coordinate a variety of events and activities such as conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Greet visitors, answer or redirect general inquiries in person, by telephone and via email and respond independently to inquiries that are specific in nature and require a thorough knowledge of established policies and procedures.
• Utilize discretion and judgment to screen visitors and telephone calls, and notify appropriate personnel.
• Monitor budgets and reconcile accounts. Complete financial forms such as travel expense reports, electronic cheque
• requisitions, purchase orders and journal entries.
• Write a variety of documents such as correspondence, procedure manuals, reports, and minutes.
• Conduct database, literature, and web searches to find references and articles used for a variety of documents, reports, and publications.
• Provide policy and procedure information to others.
• Gather and compile the paperwork required to facilitate hiring and payment processes.
• Collect, verify, and input data into a variety of spreadsheets and databases.
• Coordinate the calendar of supervisor and others and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Write a variety of formal notes and records such as meeting minutes.
• Update and maintain information on websites and social networks.
• Format, word process, edit, and proofread a variety of documents and materials.
• Apply standard mathematical skills such as calculations, formulas, and equations to perform a variety of calculations.
• Monitor and order office supplies.
• Source and obtain pricing information for office supplies and equipment.
• Set up and maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy.
• Classify, sort, and file correspondence, records, and other documents.
• Update and maintain confidential files and records.
• Handle sensitive material in accordance with established policies.
• Assemble, copy, collate, and disseminate a variety of documents and materials.
• Open and distribute incoming mail and faxes.
• Prepare outgoing mail, faxes, and courier shipments.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2-year Community College diploma in Office Administration or related field of study.

• Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

AI Statement

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.