Support :: General Office Support 
From answering phones and bookkeeping to maintenance and cleaning, there are a variety of support opportunities within the life sciences industry.
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Receptionist
How Much Does It Pay?
$25,000+What Education Do I Need?
High School/GED, Vocational Training, Associates DegreeWhat Would I Do At This Job?
- File and maintain records, sort mail, operate telephone switchboard, and perform administrative support tasks
- Greet persons entering the establishment and provide information about the establishment
- Process and prepare memos, receive payment for services, schedule space and equipment for special programs, and take orders for merchandise or materials
Who Can I Work For?
- Buffalo
- Rochester
Where Can I Go For Education & Training?
- Erie Community College
- Genesee Community College
- Jamestown Community College
- Niagara Community College
- UB Educational Opportunity Center
Where Can I Learn More?
NY CareerZone
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Office Clerk
How Much Does It Pay?
$30,000+What Education Do I Need?
High School/GED, Vocational Training, Associates DegreeWhat Would I Do At This Job?
- Compile and file records, inventory and order supplies, complete work schedules, and manage appointments
- Deliver messages, run errands, operate office machines, and process and prepare documents
- Communicate with customers and employees to answer questions and address complaints
Who Can I Work For?
- Buffalo
- Rochester
Where Can I Go For Education & Training?
- Erie County Community College
- Jamestown Community College
- Genesee Community College
- Niagara County Community College
- UB Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)
Where Can I Learn More?
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Bookkeeping, Payroll, Accounting, and Auditing Clerk
How Much Does It Pay?
$32,000+What Education Do I Need?
High School/GED, Associates DegreeWhat Would I Do At This Job?
- Calculate and prepare checks, expenses, bills, and other financial statements
- Compile budget data, statistical, and accounting or auditing reports
- Perform financial calculations and receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers
- Process and issue employee paychecks and analyze information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies
Who Can I Work For?
- Buffalo
- Rochester
Where Can I Go For Education & Training?
- Erie County Community College
- Jamestown Community College
- Genesee Community College
- Niagara County Community College
- UB Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)
Where Can I Learn More?
NY CareerZone
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Executive Administrative Assistant
How Much Does It Pay?
$35,000+What Education Do I Need?
Bachelors DegreeWhat Would I Do At This Job?
- Perform general office duties, attend meetings to record minutes, conduct research, and file information
- Greet visitors, establish and interpret administrative and operating policies for employees, and prepare documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software
- Maintain executives’ schedules and make travel arrangements, and prepare agendas and make arrangements for meetings
Who Can I Work For?
- Buffalo
- Rochester
Where Can I Go For Education?
- Buffalo State College
- Canisius College
- D'Youville College
- Niagara University
- University at Buffalo
- University of Rochester
Where Can I Learn More?
