Administrative Coordinator

Job Description Administrative Coordinator (Hybrid Eligible) University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title
Administrative Coordinator (Hybrid Eligible) Job Profile Title
Administrative Coordinator Job Description Summary
Assist the NGG Coordinator with high level administrative duties for successful management of PhD program serving over 160 students and over 200 faculty. Serve as backup to the NGG Coordinator as needed. Carry out 5 core functions: 1. Assist with data management and scheduling related to student recruitment and admissions. 2. Manage grad group budget and process orders. 3. Organize student records, including thesis committee meeting schedules and documents and candidacy exam schedules and documents. Collect and enter/upload data, and ensure records are complete in various University and local systems. 4. Manage and organize student and faculty events, retreats, conferences, and recruitment activities. Manage classroom space, including reserving for internal and external uses. Provide AV support and recording of lectures/seminars through a web-interface. 5. Maintain and update NGG website. In addition to supporting the NGG Coordinator, work directly with faculty, students, staff in other offices, and applicants as needed. Job Description Job Responsibilities
Recruitment and Admissions
Organize graduate group level recruitment initiatives; schedule PhD interview weekend activities in January and February and organize PhD admissions committee meetings; and provide data to the committee on over 600 applicants to the program. Work closely with the MD/PhD committee, scheduling interviews for 30 candidates, and organize meetings. Manage applicant data in admissions data systems; provide support to faculty in navigating systems.
Financial Operations
Work closely with the BGS Finance Office to coordinate payment for recruitment activities. Provide information about applicants for hotel and travel arrangements. Prepare purchase orders and non-PO payments for program expenses. Order office supplies through Penn Marketplace and merchandise from external vendors. Track NGG event expenses. Assist with Penn supplier onboarding, honorarium requests, and expense reimbursements for guests.
Data Management
Manage student data in Banner, Grad Forms, SMS, and local files. Maintain records of thesis committee membership, ensure meetings take place and forms are filed. Submit Grad Forms and other documentation on dissertation level and graduating students to BGS Registrar in a timely and thorough manner. Maintain up-to-date email distribution lists, alumni data in PhD Career Tracker, and dossiers of faculty nominated for NGG membership.
Student Support
Help students make arrangements for thesis defense: schedule room using EMS and distribute flyer announcement throughout NGG and BGS. Provide support for other group activities, such as orientation, journal clubs, chalk talks, NTG Retreat, and social events.
Website Management
Using MODX, ensure website content is up-to-date and accurate. Manage profiles of students and faculty.
Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Grad/GE Degree and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine Pay Range
$20.45 - $20.45 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University Benefits Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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