Undergraduate Administrative Associate - Department of Physics and Astronomy
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- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Clerical & Administrative Support
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Department of Physics & Astronomy
Undergraduate Services Associate II
MR 05
The Department of Physics & Astronomy is seeking candidates for a full-time, Undergraduate Services Associate II position. This position is located on The Hill in the Nielsen Physics Building.
The position’s primary responsibility is to provide administrative support to the Department’s undergraduate program which includes coordinating undergrad recruitment and outreach. Additional responsibilities include: managing undergraduate WorkStudy opportunities, on-boarding of undergraduate student assistants, organization of Department events and conferences, management of Banner permission overrides for service classes, organization of department classroom supplies and making room reservations for departmental meetings.
The successful candidate will have prior experience writing formal letters, strong professional communication skills, event management, the ability to multi-task & cope with interruptions, be highly organized, and be a team player.
Qualifications
Educational & experience requirements:
High school diploma and at least 2 years in an administrative position with event planning experience, or an associate degree with one year administrative experience and event planning.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is required. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in an educational environment, the Banner program, and knowledge of the Federal Work Study process.
The Department of Physics & Astronomy has a strong presence on UT’s campus and in the research community. The department was recently awarded a National Science Foundation Science Center for Quantum Materials which provides an 18M research grant. We are a growing department with over 160 undergraduate physic majors; 140 graduate students; 30 post-doctoral researchers; and 47 faculty.
Job: Student Services Support
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Physics
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Oct 25, 2024, 1:07:06 PM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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