Administrative Assistant for Basic Medical Sciences, Knoxville

Lincoln Memorial University; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University in Knoxville seeks an Administrative Assistant for Basic Medical Sciences to serve as receptionist, handle secretarial duties, and keep the office organized. The role supports the Basic Medical Sciences department, coordinates calendars, scheduling, and travel for faculty.

You will maintain budget records, open/sort mail, assist with meetings, and provide general office support. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in this busy,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Office setting experience preferred.
• Some college education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer and direct telephone calls; provide office support (typing, filing, copying).
• Maintain records and files; open and sort mail.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for faculty.
• Assist with budget planning and maintain budgetary records.
• Participate in University committee activities and special projects.

Skills

Receptionist skills

Secretarial duties

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Education

High school degree

Some college

Job description

Administrative Assistant for Basic Medical Sciences, Knoxville

Position Title Administrative Assistant for Basic Medical Sciences, Knoxville

Department

Department DCOM BASIC SCIENCES

Position Category

Position Category Staff Full Time

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant shall serve as the receptionist, perform secretarial duties, organize and maintain the office in the Basic Medical Sciences, departments, maintain budgetary records, coordinate travel arrangements, and coordinate calendars including meeting schedules and arrangements.

Required Qualifications

*High school degree.

Preferred Qualifications

*office setting experience; and *some college.

Physical Demands

Campus

Job Duty

promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large;

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promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students;

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participate on university committees;

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assist with the annual University Strategic Planning Retreat;

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greet and direct visitors in a friendly and professional manner;

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answer and direct telephone calls;

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provide office support (typing, filing, copying, etc.) as required;

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open and sort mail;

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maintain records and files;

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initiate action as necessary for the handling of work items and issues particularly those related to departmental faculty, staff, and students;

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assist in resolving problems that have a significant impact on the overall goals of the department;

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assist in the budget planning process each year in coordination with the BMS assistant at LMU -Harrogate;

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maintain divisional/departmental budgetary records and files at LMU -Knoxville;

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coordinate travel for BMS faculty members;

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coordinate research ordering for DCOM at LMU -Knoxville faculty;

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assist in the interview process by scheduling candidate interviews and arranging travel;

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order and maintain office supplies;

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operate and maintain office equipment;

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maintain conscientious work ethic to include punctuality, professional dress and demeanor;

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take minutes for division and department meetings or as assigned;

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edit clocking times in EMMA as needed for hourly staff members in the department;

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assist in proctoring exams;

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complete institutional and program accreditation reports and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of the University; and

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perform other duties as assigned.

Posting Number

Posting Number S05460P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/28/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/04/2026

Open Until Filled No

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [e-mail] .

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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