Intern for Research Office

Duke Kunshan University

Job Description

Position Overview:

The candidate will work under the direction of the Research Office at Duke Kunshan University and will perform day-to-day administrative tasks involving the operation of research-related activities, project management, and data analysis, etc. This position will provide the opportunity to improve data analysis and research skills, learn about policies and trends in the field of higher education, and gain experience in research project management.

Reports to:

Coordinator for Research

Essential Duties:

l Deeply involved in the preparation and planning of large research-related forums and events.

l Collect and assist with writing documents submitted to Chinese governments or educational authorities to develop and maintain a repository of official data and narratives.

l Assist with analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing academic-related MOE documents.

l Collect and organize data of research and teaching to support various reporting needs.

l Organize and manage daily affairs for Research Office, including scheduling and coordinating meetings, writing meeting minutes and drafting documents for approval, etc.

l Collect program proposals and organize supporting documents for researchers.

l Assist in the drafting of policies and projects related to Research Office and the training for PIs.

l Support the archive of contracts for online courses and non-degree programs.

l Other administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

l A currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student with no major requirements. But candidates studying Chinese, Education and Library & Archive Management are preferred.

l Manage to work five days per week and continue to work for three months and above.

l Detail-oriented, have strong organization and communication skills, as well as ability to handle confidential information.

l Fluent in Chinese and English, with excellent writing skills.

l Excellent adaptability and operational ability, strong sense of service and responsibility, and high work efficiency are required.

l Proficient skills in Windows, Outlook, MS Office and other similar programs for work.