Biophysics)

Amherst College•Amherst, NY

2d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Academic Department Coordinator (Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biophysics) position. The Academic Department Coordinator (Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biophysics) is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $27 - $32/hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information . Provides comprehensive administrative support in all areas of operation for Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biophysics. The administrative support areas for the two academic programs include the following: support for the chairs and program faculty in carrying out the programs’ business; curricular support; event management; budget support, financial transactions, and student employment coordination; communications and office management. The administrative support for the history department includes office and event management. Serves as the first point of contact for both programs and the department on campus and is required to work on campus four days a week when classes are in session.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
1 to 3 years of related experience
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, time-management, organizational, and customer-service skills
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work collaboratively
Demonstrated high level of attention to detail
Sensitivity to issues of confidentiality
Familiarity with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office (or similar platforms)
Commitment to working in a welcoming and inclusive community
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree
Three years or more of related experience at a higher education institution
Experience working with Workday or other ERP software

Responsibilities

Administrative Support in Carrying out Programs’ Business
Support the chairs and program faculty in both programs in carrying out programs’ business according to the academic calendar
Coordinate and attend programs’ meetings, prepare relevant materials, and take meeting minutes, as appropriate
Assist with the programs’ external reviews (including self-study)
Coordinate programs’ annual prizes and fellowships for majors
Curricular Support
Update course information in the Course Catalog, CPI/EMS, and Workday
Assist with course logistics, including course materials and field trips
Assist students and faculty with majors’ records
Assist with thesis and capstone logistics
Communicate between the program and the registrar’s office regarding courses, majors, graduating seniors, annual prizes, and other academic matters
Outreach and coordination with faculty offering courses for the programs
Event Management
Assist with the planning and execution of events: Coordinate venues, receptions, and publicity for departmental events
Coordinate honoraria, travel reimbursements, ground transportation, and accommodations for guest speakers
Budget Support, Financial Transactions, and Student Employment
Administer and track expenses for program and gift accounts; reconcile monthly expenses; and monitor balances in Workday
Process purchase orders, invoices, and reimbursements
Monitor budgets in collaboration with the programs’ chairs and director of academic finance
Coordinate and maintain student employment and casual hiring
Communications and Office Management
Maintain programs’ website and electronic files
Coordinate the schedules of and stock supplies (including printers) in common space(s)
Serve as the liaison between the programs’ and diverse community of students, faculty, and staff across campus, Five College community, and the public
Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful study and work environment