Description CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 117 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide. CAS is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant for Consulting Services under CAS IP Services. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. Job Accountabilities: Provides administrative assistance and coordinates special projects for an assigned manager Researches and/or coordinates moderately complex administrative assignments Coordinates activities between departments and outside parties Contacts staff at all organizational levels to gather information as requested Prepares internal and external correspondence, reports, memos and screens calls. Handles invoices and reconciles budgets Coordinates meetings, events, travel arrangements, meeting materials and room setup (e.g. order refreshments, copy meeting materials, etc.) Decision making guided by general instructions and practices requiring interpretation. Makes recommendations to solve problems Anticipates manager/department needs such that workflows are not interrupted. Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: Minimum of 7 years' experience; demonstrates intermediate knowledge/skills in a technical or administrative specialty General understanding of own work and how it impacts the Division and the company as a whole Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to research, interpret and analyze information Organizational and planning skills; interpersonal and time management skills Exercises discretion when handling confidential matters Demonstrated proficiency of computer software skills Demonstrates proficiency with computer applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, web-based travel and expense systems) Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran