& Project Assistant
About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a driven, dynamic professional to become the Administrative and Project Assistant. This person will serve as the primary point of contact for all essential matters pertaining to the Department Chair, and act as a liaison between the Chair and the College of Engineering's executive team, department leadership team, external partners, and other stakeholders. The position is responsible for developing effective systems for managing the Chair's administrative needs and for providing planning and oversight to ensure their time is utilized effectively to advance the priorities of the department and College. This person will also coordinate administrative tasks for the department, such as catering requests, room bookings, coordinate faculty meetings and write minutes, assist in department purchases, assist in academic support in regards to scheduling classes and support general projects. The Administrative Assistant must be able to communicate professionally and effectively on behalf of the Chair both orally and in writing. They will also be responsible for managing relations and communications with key constituents to gather and summarize important information to be presented to the Chair. In addition, they will perform a wide variety of organizational support including drafting correspondence, preparing creative and dynamic presentations, events management, and other high visibility projects across the Chairs portfolio.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a driven, dynamic professional to become the Administrative and Project Assistant. This person will serve as the primary point of contact for all essential matters pertaining to the Department Chair, and act as a liaison between the Chair and the College of Engineering's executive team, department leadership team, external partners, and other stakeholders. The position is responsible for developing effective systems for managing the Chair's administrative needs and for providing planning and oversight to ensure their time is utilized effectively to advance the priorities of the department and College. This person will also coordinate administrative tasks for the department, such as catering requests, room bookings, coordinate faculty meetings and write minutes, assist in department purchases, assist in academic support in regards to scheduling classes and support general projects. The Administrative Assistant must be able to communicate professionally and effectively on behalf of the Chair both orally and in writing. They will also be responsible for managing relations and communications with key constituents to gather and summarize important information to be presented to the Chair. In addition, they will perform a wide variety of organizational support including drafting correspondence, preparing creative and dynamic presentations, events management, and other high visibility projects across the Chairs portfolio.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's Degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2- 4years of progressively responsible administrative experience with an appreciation for a fast-paced environment. an executive setting strongly preferred,