Reporting to the Academic Program Coordinator, the primary responsibilities for this position are to assist in the academic recruitment campaigns, provide general administrative duties, provide administrative support to the Academic Program Director and act as backup to the Academic Program Coordinator. This is a contract position (approximately five months). The ideal candidate will have a post secondary education with a minimum of 1 year administrative or academic experience. In addition to a strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, he/she will also possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to communicate in a professional and exemplary manner.  

Perimeter Institute offers a dynamic team oriented work environment and highly competitive salary and benefits. Qualified and interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.perimeterinstitute.ca under the "Careers" section.

The deadline for applications is Sunday, June 26, 2011. 
 
Perimeter Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.