Department:Orthopaedics-414601
Career Area:Administrative/Clerical Support
Is this an internal only recruitment?:No
Posting Open Date :03/31/2025
Application Deadline:04/14/2025
Position Type:Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title:Admin Support Specialist - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent:GN08
Working Title:Academic Support Coordinator
Position Number:Vacancy ID:P020283
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week:40
Work Schedule:Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Work Location:CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location:North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:$45,748- $55,914
Pay Band Information:To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .
Be a Tar Heel.:A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary:The Department of Orthopaedics' primary mission is to provide excellent clinical care, promote education and training in musculoskeletal health, and engage in groundbreaking research. The orthopedic faculty/physicians, in collaboration with UNC Health, deliver clinical care primarily to the patients of UNC Health at the UNC Medical Center, as well as various other UNC Health affiliate sites across the state. The Department's residency program trains orthopedic residents and offers several fellowship opportunities for specialized education in orthopedic subspecialties. The Department is also recognized for its research in musculoskeletal health, including biomechanics, tissue engineering, and orthobiologics.
The Academic Support Coordinator for the Department of Orthopaedics provides comprehensive administrative support and coordination across various academic programs and divisions. Key responsibilities include coordinating Undergraduate Medical Education programs, including the MS3 clinical rotations, coordinator for the Acting Internship for MS4's, and department coordinator for the UNC SOM Castillo Scholars Program for rising MS2's. This role will manage all aspects of these programs, including scheduling, student communication, and program logistics. Additionally, the role serves as the Surgical Simulation Lab Coordinator, ensuring the efficient operation of the lab space, managing supply logistics, maintaining safety standards, and supporting residents' simulation education. This role will also act as our research operations coordinator, this role will handle travel arrangements, expense reporting, and meeting coordination for PhD faculty, as well as manage the OrthoRaMS lecture series. Additionally, the position also supports the Pediatric Orthopaedics Fellowship Program by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, and administrative processes. Lastly, this role will provide administrative support to the Orthopaedic Oncology division, the specialist will manage calendars, assist patients, arrange travel, process expenses, and maintain faculty CVs.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Must be willing to work with biological specimens and participate in skills lab exercises. Requires excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple schedules, adapt to changing demands, work independently, and remain calm under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Preferred Qualifications experience with the following software applications: MedHub, MS Office, WebEx, and Zoom. Previous work experience in a medical simulation environment. Experience working with biological specimens in a surgical teaching environment. Experience in working with learners ideally at an academic medical setting.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements:Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally