Executive Assistant, Translational Pathology — Hybrid

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Merit increase

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Department Chair, Administrator, and faculty in a fast-paced, research-focused environment. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings and conferences, and prepare executives’ correspondence and presentations while ensuring confidentiality and professional standards.

Responsibilities include travel planning, expense reporting, document preparation, and supporting grant applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience supporting senior leadership or executives is expected
• Grant applications and proposal materials experience is a plus
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Manage Department Chair’s complex calendar and travel arrangements
• Coordinate meetings, conferences, and agendas
• Prepare executive correspondence and presentations
• Maintain confidential files and academic documentation
• Assist with grant-related administrative components and proposals
• Support cross-department collaboration and hospital administration
• Provide backup support to other administrative staff
• Proofread documents and format reports and CVs

Skills

Administrative support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Department Chair, Administrator, and faculty in a fast-paced, research-focused environment. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings and conferences, and prepare executives’ correspondence and presentations while ensuring confidentiality and professional standards.

Responsibilities include travel planning, expense reporting, document preparation, and supporting grant applications.