Administrative Coordinator

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110 Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Administrative Coordinator III will serve as the primary administrative and operational lead supporting the Vice Chair of Imaging Sciences and AI Research and Founding Director of the Center for Computational and AI-enabled Imaging Sciences (C2AIS). This individual will provide high-level leadership for the administrative, operational, and programmatic infrastructure required to build, advance, and sustain the C2AIS; support the strategic and administrative management of the Vice Chair’s computational imaging research enterprise; and provide supervisory oversight for the administrator supporting the Computational Imaging Research Center (CIRC). This role is designed for an experienced, proactive, and strategically minded administrator who can function with a high degree of independence, judgment, and discretion. The position will oversee a broad portfolio that includes center operations, strategic planning support, program development, faculty and stakeholder coordination, executive-level communications, event and initiative management, administrative supervision, and research program administration. The role will devote approximately 70% effort to C2AIS administration, 10% to C2AIS-CIRC cross-center coordination activities, and 20% effort to administer the Vice Chair’s research laboratory and broader research portfolio. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Provide program/project support for research, administrative and/or academic activities. Support implementation of the Center’s strategic priorities, annual objectives, and operational goals. Coordinate and provide oversight for complex projects. Develop, organize, and maintain efficient administrative systems and standard operating procedures for Center functions. Coordinate activities across departments, divisions, institutes, and institutional collaborators participating in the C2AIS. Manage or coordinate departmental activities, e.g. personnel and payroll records, purchasing functions, etc. Ensure inquiries are addressed and resolved. Regularly handle confidential or sensitive information; draft and finalize letters, email messages and other communications. Initiate, write, create and edit/review various communications such as newsletters, event schedules, marketing materials, departmental information, program literature and mailings; use desktop publishing software to lay out document; coordinate the printing, publishing and distribution process. Plan and coordinate meetings and events, including all details associated with event; negotiate with vendors; oversee, troubleshoot and resolve special situations that arise during event. Manage event budget. Manage fiscal activities related to program; draft annual budget, track expenditures run and analyze reports; oversee accounts payable and purchasing duties for department; perform or oversee all online systems entry of documents or data involving accounts payable, purchasing, budgeting, etc.; approve financial documents such as check requests, journals, purchase orders, travel documents, etc. May coordinate submission of research proposals/grants; compile, monitor, review and analyze grant spending. Guide production, formatting and quality of all publications, presentations and related materials. May schedule courses, classrooms and laboratories; serve as primary student/parent contact, answer general questions, provide solutions and referrals for questions and problems; serve as liaison to and assist faculty; coordinate faculty recruitment efforts, assist with tenure review process, faculty reviews, faculty records, etc. Provide supervisory oversight to other administrators in the C2AIS and CIRC Provide administrative support, including complex calendar scheduling, appointments, travel and engagements. Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications ** /Professional Licenses ** : No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Administration And Office Support (5 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver’s License: A driver’s license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree Certifications ** /Professional Licenses ** : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years) Skills: Administrative Support, Artificial Intelligence Software, Computer Applications, Computer Literacy, Detail-Oriented, Financial Applications, Interact with All Levels of Management, Interpersonal Communication, Intrapersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Windows Office, Office Equipment, Office Organization, Office Procedures, Office Productivity Tools, Organizational Tasks, Organizing, Teamwork, Workday Software, Working Independently Grade G09-H Salary Range $23.37 - $36.19 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. 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