Executive Assistant to Ophthalmology Chair

The Howard University; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

403(b) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Vibrant company culture

Job summary

Howard University is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chair of the Ophthalmology Department. The role provides administrative and operational support for academic, clinical, and research activities, coordinating communications among faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders with discretion and professional judgment.

The Executive Assistant may monitor budgets and personnel matters while facilitating department meetings and development projects to advance the department's academic

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience supporting senior leadership and coordinating meetings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compose correspondence, manuscripts, grants, reports for the Chair's review.
• Read emails and coordinate office communications for accuracy and openness.
• Screen calls and provide telephone coverage for the Chair and offices.
• Represent the Chair in meetings and prepare minutes and final copies.
• Create brochures, posters, signs, labels for conferences and presentations.
• Assist the Chair with College of Medicine, Hospital, and University activities.
• Assist with faculty and staff evaluations and recommendations.
• Support department development projects and continuing medical education conferences.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Discretion

Meeting coordination

Job description

Howard University is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chair of the Ophthalmology Department. The role provides administrative and operational support for academic, clinical, and research activities, coordinating communications among faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders with discretion and professional judgment.

The Executive Assistant may monitor budgets and personnel matters while facilitating department meetings and development projects to advance the department's academic