Program Coordinator-Administration pediatrics at Nemours in Wilmington, Delaware

Job Description:

The Program Coordinator is responsible for providing direct administrative and management support to the academic, research, and quality programs for the Department of Pediatrics. In addition, this role serves as coordinator for the Ethics Committee. Ensures the schedule of appointments and meetings for the program leaders and ensures meetings and committees are organized (Agendas & Minutes) and kept up to date and reflect the priorities as required. Serves as the administrative lead for all programmatic initiatives as directed by Vice Chairs. Composes and prepares correspondence, letters, and complex documents including graphics, charts and special project reports on behalf of the program leader (s) and/or Vice Chair; facilitates paperwork of a confidential and/or sensitive nature. Implements and improves operational practices and procedures within the assigned programs. Serves as a key resource person to support team members and others related to effort reporting requirements. Routinely multi-tasks, solves complex problems and is open to constant challenge and change. Position requires knowledge of the research environment as a whole, policies and standard practices. Initiates and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently and prioritize is essential. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs and ability to learn other needed software programs is required. Ability to achieve results in the absence of explicit guidance and/or instruction is expected.

Essential Functions:

Bachelor's degree required in business/management/operations or health-related field, such as nursing, psychology, social work, public health or science related with a minimum of 2 years research related administrative experience preferred

1-3 years of job related experience required.