PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
The Administrative Assistant will work out of NORDIK Institute’s office (at Algoma University – 1520 Queen Street East) providing support to a variety of projects and office needs. You will report directly to NORDIK’s Director of Operations, Dr. Elaine Ho-Tassone, and Director of Research, Dr. Tamanna Rimi. Mentorship opportunities are available and will be discussed with the successful candidate.
LOCATION: Sault Ste. Marie (NORDIK Institute, 1520 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A
2G4)
SALARY: $21/h
WORKING HOURS: 10-15 hours per week during office hours (8:30am-4:30pm)
WORK TERM: Winter term 2025
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
● Must be familiar with word processing and presentation applications (e.g., Microsoft
Office suite) and videoconferencing applications (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom, Teams,
and/or WebEx)
● Must be able to work independently to contribute to a dynamic team environment
● Must be a self-motivator/self-starter with time management skills
● Must be comfortable switching between various types of tasks and/or multitasking
● Must have a strong sense of discretion and integrity to maintain the confidentiality of
the people and information we work with
● Must align with NORDIK Institute’s vision, mission, and objectives
(https://nordikinstitute.com/about)
● Demonstrated research experience is an asset
● Experience working in an office environment is an asset and is strongly preferred
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a student at Algoma University’s Sault Ste. Marie campus. International
students will be given preference.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: January 5, 2025
Please send cover letter and resume addressed to Dr. Elaine Ho-Tassone, Director of Operations to: hiring@nordikinstitute.com
NORDIK Institute, 1520 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2G4
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