Administrative Operations Lead - Faculty & Research Support

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is seeking an Office Supervisor to lead the Pathology Admin department, oversee administrative staff, and ensure smooth operation across faculty, trainees, and patients.

The role emphasizes leadership, complex calendar management, and collaboration with departmental leadership to improve processes and service delivery in a high-profile academic medical setting.

Qualifications

• 7 years administrative clerical experience including supervisory role.
• Preferred: experience in academic/healthcare or research environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex calendars, travel, and approvals.
• Strong leadership and staff development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise an assigned team of Senior Administrative Assistants and set performance expectations.
• Coordinate daily workflow and staffing coverage across the admin staff.
• Support faculty, trainees, patients, and departmental stakeholders with administrative needs.
• Oversee calendars, meetings, travel, reimbursements, and related documentation.
• Lead process improvements and ensure compliance with institutional policies.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is seeking an Office Supervisor to lead the Pathology Admin department, oversee administrative staff, and ensure smooth operation across faculty, trainees, and patients.

The role emphasizes leadership, complex calendar management, and collaboration with departmental leadership to improve processes and service delivery in a high-profile academic medical setting.