Department Administrator

Position Summary

The Department Administrator provides high-level administrative, operational and strategic support to the Chair. This role supports effective functioning of the department and requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex priorities across teaching, research, service, and administrative domains. Serves as a key liaison between the Chair and faculty, staff, students, college administration, central university offices, and external partners and works in direct consultation with the Chair and the Department Administrator. Additionally, coordinates the administrative and organizational functions of the Chair’s research team, departmental research facilities, and external research partnerships. Manages operating budget and keeps the Department Chair apprised of available funding and potential issues for activities associated with the role. Evaluates department policies and processes and makes recommendations to improve and streamline operations. Responsible for hiring, training/development, performance management and work delegation of student worker.

Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

Required Experience:

3+ years relevant administrative experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet and database applications. Strong attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work with a range of personalities and develop strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint & Google calendar.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $70,000.00 to USD $85,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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Posting Number2026-15794

Posted Date4 weeks ago(7/7/2026 2:02 PM)

Location : LocationUS-NY-Brooklyn

Hybrid Remote Work ClassificationHybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite

DepartmentChemical & Biomolecular Engineering

School/DivisionNYU Tandon School of Engineering (PE1001)

Compensation GradeBand 52

UnionN/A

FT/PTFull-Time

CategoryGeneral Office Administration