Administrative Associate, Ophthalmology

Administrative Associate, Ophthalmology

This position will provide day-to-day administrative support for the department of ophthalmology. The ideal candidate is customer-service oriented, highly organized, detail-focused, and capable of handling multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. The Administrative Associate will provide administrative and operational support to the department faculty coordinator, assisting with all faculty affairs processes. This role supports the execution and tracking of faculty lifecycle activities, including recruitment, onboarding, appointments, evaluations, and coordination with internal offices, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with departmental and university requirements. The position serves as a support resource between candidates, faculty, and internal offices and assists with visa processing in coordination with the International Office. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, managing process workflows, and supporting reporting and tracking. Success in this role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment.

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Required Education: High School Diploma

Experience: 4 years related work experience May consider higher education completed in lieu of minimum requirements.