The Administrative Specialist will be responsible for a variety of work across the administrative unit including, but not limited to, gathering information for grants (external and internal) and routing it to co-investigators for the project program grant and serve as back-up to the Pre-Award Specialist; partners with co-investigators on submitting WISPER/RAMP records to ensure grants referenced are accurate for Material Transfer Agreements; maintains the departmental faculty procedures, guidelines, and membership; plan and manage onsite and virtual meetings for guest speakers and faculty; and support travel expenses and reimbursement workflows.
Responsibilities: Responsible for a variety of professional level work across a variety of administrative service areas including budget, finance, procurement, and human resources with impact across the institution in support of unit or institutional goals.Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Two years planning, directing, or coordinating one or more administrative services of an organization required.
One year of strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources required.
Proficient working with a computer and knowledge of computer software including virtual platforms preferred.
Part Time: 40% - 60%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $42,600 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
University sponsorship is not available for this position. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1-OPT STEM Extension participants. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Contact:Melissa Zhang
608-263-0496
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See for further information.
Administrative Specialist(AD006)
Department(s):A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/ONCOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:295462-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.