Project Assistant
Location: Palo Alto, California
Country: United States
Category: Administrative
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: March 20, 2026
Job ID: 645742
Job Description
Job Title: Project Assistant
Location: Stanford, CA
Duration: 3 months
Pay Rate: $20-23.59/hour (DOE)
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent will work, while bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Basic computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
- One year of administrative/clerical experience preferred.
- Ability to follow through and complete assigned tasks.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Frequently sitting.
- Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
The Planet Group is seeking a self-motivated and highly organized Temporary Project Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support for multiple research studies. This is a part time role, offering approximately 15–20 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
Duties include:
- The project assistant will be responsible for filing, photocopying, printing, scanning, performing data entry, and preparing mailings of study-related documents and materials.
- The project assistant will also assist with weekly drop-offs of mailings at the local United States Postal Office (USPS) Bulk Mail Office in Palo Alto, CA.
- The ideal applicant should possess excellent organizational and administrative skills and have some past clerical experience.
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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About The Planet Group
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
