Program Assistant - College Of Dentistry Restorative Department

Program Assistant - College of Dentistry Restorative Department

Hiring Department: Restorative Dentistry

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1022874

Posting Close Date: 7/5/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.

By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

The Department of Restorative is seeking a Program Assistant who will be responsible for organizing and carrying out administrative functions directly related to day-to-day operations of the department and its associated clinics.

The ideal candidate will have familiarities working with UIC systems in a health organization and/or an academic setting, the ability to work with a variety of partners, ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment, and have an agreeable temperament. The candidate will also enjoy working in a diverse healthcare environment and will have a deep commitment to excellence.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Serve as the main administrative liaison for all faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the department of Restorative Dentistry. Coordinate travel and hotel accommodations and itineraries for faculty candidates invited for interviews.

Coordinate visits for department guests and speakers. Organize and coordinate all meetings and special events. Schedule seminars and arrange luncheons for programs.

Send communications/emails on behalf of the Department Head, Advanced Prosthodontics Program Director, and Business Manager. Mange the UIC phonebook and website content for the Restorative Department. Maintain/update the Department faculty roster and quarterly schedules.

Maintain the Department Alumni roster and communications, including a Prosthodontics alumni newsletter. Assist in the preparation of audiovisual material for presentations. Maintain department's electronic equipment; analyze and resolve the need for new equipment.

Order supplies, reconcile basic financial transactions, and prepare shipments for the department. Conceive and administer special programs and projects. Function as a trouble-shooter for the unit.

Consult with Department Head, Business Manager and Advanced Prosthodontics Program Director. Manage the annual Departmental Faculty Review process communications and scheduling. Manage all Faculty Development Fund requests in consultation with the Department Head.

Provide general administrative support for the unit. Participate in long-range planning and goal-setting activities. Manage event and meeting calendar for the department.

Manage Advanced Prosthodontics resident national meeting communications, travel and reimbursements. Retrieve and distribute department mail for faculty and staff. Assist the Department Head and Business Manager with administrative duties as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Demonstrated experience working in a health/and or academic environment.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.

In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

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Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply.

You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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