Executive Assistant A (Department of Neurology)
University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$0.00 - $100.00 per hour




Executive Assistant A (Department of Neurology)

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
Executive Assistant A (Department of Neurology)

Job Profile Title
Executive Assistant A

Job Description Summary
The Executive Assistant will provide high level administrative and programmatic support to the MS Division Chief and Director of Center of Neuroinflammation and Experimental Therapeutics (CNET) along with the Chief of Staff/Executive Director of Operations.
The Executive Assistant will work under limited supervision to provide support for both the PI, the Center, and other programs as necessary such as the Immune Health Initiative and other more complex projects. This is not a remote position.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

  • Basic administrative functions including scheduling meetings and appointments, maintaining calendars, creating, editing
    and/or formatting documents, spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations, submitting and tracking expense reports, arranging
    travel, screening phone calls and other inquiries, maintaining organized files and contact lists, supplying documents on the
    Director's behalf, ordering supplies and creating POs, etc.
  • Maintain the PIs CV, Other Support document, Biosketch, and other documents. Compile materials for grant submissions and
    interface with other internal departments including business office staff to resolve issues. Interact with both internal and
    external stakeholders for resolving issues and providing documentation in a timely manner. Tracking processes. Work under
    limited supervision to manage more complex projects.
  • Arranging CNET, Divisonal meetings, and other seminars including scheduling, room and food arrangements, building
    agendas and creating meeting materials, arranging travel for external speakers, reimbursements, and other event planning as
    assigned. Taking meeting minutes when needed and creating action item lists.
  • Support other team members as necessary. Handling of sensitive and confidential information. Provide support for the
    Immune Health Initiative activities and other more complex projects. May supervise other staff such as work-study students
    and interns. Interact with lab members and clinical support staff. Interact with both internal and external stakeholders. Some
    financial management may be necessary under the supervision of the Chief of Staff.
  • Assist Neuroimmunology Fellowship Directors with administrative tasks for the fellowship program.
  • Assist the Clinical Director of the MS and Related Disorders Program with administrative tasks when needed.
  • Building and updating websites. Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications
    • Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 5-7 years of direct experience providing administrative support to senior managers, preferably in a
      University academic medicine environment or Health System environment, preferred. Must be proficient in MSOffice products including Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Must be able to work under limited supervision. Must have excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills. Ability to effectively problem solve incoming issues. Proven track record of interacting with both internal and external people at all levels. Ability to manage time and work
      independently under minimal supervision exercising initiative and judgment in setting priorities.


    Job Location - City, State
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Department / School
    Perelman School of Medicine

    Pay Range
    $51,824.00 - $70,000.00 Annual 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.



    To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay


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