Front-Desk Administrative Coordinator, Academic Affairs

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University Translational Science Institute seeks an Administrative Assistant III to join the Office of Academic Affairs. This role serves as the front-facing staff member, handling reception, calls, and coordinating meetings both in-person and virtual within the Provost Office suite.

The position supports departmental accounting and purchasing, assisting associate/assistant provosts. Candidates should demonstrate discretion with confidential matters; a Bachelor's degree is preferred and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Three (3) years administrative office experience are required.
• Bachelor’s Degree and experience in an academic setting preferred.
• Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint preferred; Adobe software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive guests and direct phone calls.
• Coordinate logistics for in-person and virtual meetings.
• Assist the Department Administrator with departmental accounting and purchasing activities.
• Provide administrative support to associate/assistant provosts.
• Handle confidential matters with discretion.

Skills

Administrative support

Discretion with confidential matters

Meeting coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adobe software

Job description

Tulane University Translational Science Institute seeks an Administrative Assistant III to join the Office of Academic Affairs. This role serves as the front-facing staff member, handling reception, calls, and coordinating meetings both in-person and virtual within the Provost Office suite.

The position supports departmental accounting and purchasing, assisting associate/assistant provosts. Candidates should demonstrate discretion with confidential matters; a Bachelor's degree is preferred and