Position Description

The Department of Health Care Policy (HCP) is a dynamic, data-driven research environment that brings together economists, statisticians, physicians and health services researchers focused on improving public health through comprehensive policy research and education. At a pivotal time for the department, the Administrative Coordinator (AC) will provide seamless operational support to the Departmental Chair. The AC will be a key member of the administrative team in Health Care Policy, reporting to the Chair with a dotted reporting line to the Assistant Director of Administration.
The AC/EA will provide a range of complex administrative and project support work, including but not limited to, the following primary responsibilities:

• Serve as administrative contact and liaison for the Chair with school or external contacts, including routing incoming communications, managing requests for information, and welcoming guests.
• Manage complex calendars and support the daily needs of the Chair, respond to meeting requests, handle scheduling conflicts, and anticipate and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Research, prioritize and follow up on issues and concerns addressed to the Chair including those of a sensitive and/or confidential nature.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings and seminars, including distribution of agendas, and event/facilities reservations.
• Arrange foreign and domestic travel plans, creating detailed agendas and processing all reimbursement activity for Chair and related visitors.
• Support Chair in the preparation and submission of letters, grants and manuscripts for publication, in addition to administrative support of Chair’s overall research initiatives (CV/trainee information, assistance with research protocols, liaising with finance, IT, etc.).
• Preparation of meeting or project materials including background data, presentations, reports, slides using Microsoft Office, Adobe, and related software applications.
• Assist with training and onboarding of students and temporary staff.
• Other administrative and clerical duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Three or more years of related administrative experience. Higher education may count toward experience. 

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exemplary organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented.
• Acts independently with sound judgment, as well as with a team.
• Interacts professionally and diplomatically with faculty, trainees, staff, and visitors with diverse backgrounds and roles.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Handles sensitive issues and confidential information with discretion.
• Capacity and willingness to learn new programs and technologies.
• Exhibits enthusiasm and a positive attitude.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Mac-based operating systems is required (Mac computer will be provided).
• Familiarity with academic research environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat, Dropbox, Keynote, Zoom, Slack, and online calendaring systems is preferred.

Additional Information

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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EEO Statement

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