FWS Integrative Medicine Executive Admin Assistant

ONLY STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR FEDERAL WORK-STUDY (FWS) MAY APPLY Position Summary: The Executive Administrative Assistants will play a crucial role in supporting the Dean and Director of MIU's College of Integrative Medicine / Institute for Natural Medicine and Prevention. By facilitating essential functions vital to the department's smooth operation, this dynamic position offers an opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the intricate workings of healthcare and academic medicine, contributing to various facets ranging from organizational management, to publication oversight, and social media engagement. Students this Position Appeals to: This position is ideal for students in any degree program who are interested in pursuing a path within the health field and are seeking hands-on experience in media or business management. Depending on strengths and goals, responsibilities can be delegated accordingly amongst students in this role. Experience Gained / Advantages for Student: Gain insight into academic medicine behind the scenes, learning about preventative, integrative, and Vedic medicine practices. Contribute to the overall efficiency of the department. Engage in practical experience in administrative roles within healthcare settings, enhancing skills and competencies for future opportunities in related fields. Job Responsibilities: Arrange meetings with collaborators and stakeholders, coordinating schedules and logistics as needed. Maintain records of publications, including bibliographic information, publication status, and dissemination strategies. Organize building maintenance and facility-related tasks to ensure a safe and functional work environment. Provide administrative support for publishing new scientific documents, including formatting, distribution, and archival. Manage social media platforms, such as YouTube, to showcase presentations and promote the institute and college's work. Assist with graphics for medical publications and presentations. Proofread publications and documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines. Perform other job-related duties. Job Qualifications: Fluency with MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Facility or interest in preventive health and healthcare, demonstrating a passion for promoting wellness and holistic healthcare practices. Interest in scientific medicine, with a curiosity about research methodologies, medical advancements, and evidence-based practices. Reception skills, including telephone etiquette, customer service, and managing inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Access to transportation to Headly Hall is preferred. Location: Headly Hall Supervisor: Robert Schneider, MD, FACC, Dean of the College of Integrative Medicine, Director of the Institute for Natural Medicine and Prevention, Professor of Physiology and Health Dr. Schneider is an internationally recognized physician-scientist-educator and a leader in mind-body medicine and integrative medicine. He is a specialist in preventive medicine and preventive cardiology and is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Schneider was one of the first physicians in the United States to practice, teach, and research Maharishi AyurVeda, an ancient and comprehensive system of prevention-oriented natural medicine. Over the past 35 years, Dr. Schneider has directed or co-directed more than $25 million in grant support from the US National Institutes of Health and other government agencies for clinical research on mind-body medicine, aging, and cardiovascular disease. The results of these studies have been published in 150 peer-reviewed articles and abstracts, including those published by the American Heart Association, and American Medical Association, and featured in more than 1,000 television, radio, magazine, and newspaper reports, including ABC's 20/20, CNN Headline News, the Discovery Channel, the New York Times, Washington Post, Newsweek, Wall Street Journal and Time magazine. He is currently editing a textbook on Integrative Ayurveda for physicians and health professionals to be published by Oxford University Press. About the Institute: Institute for Natural Medicine and Prevention Maharishi University Research (miu.edu) ONLY STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR FEDERAL WORK-STUDY (FWS) MAY APPLY