Administrator: Research

Grade: T25

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Summary:

As the second-oldest dental school in the U.S., the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry upholds a legacy of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare services. Founded in 1863, Kornberg remains a pillar in the dental community. We have more than 7,000 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world. In 2023, the school proudly celebrated its 160th Anniversary.

Kornberg supports health and wellness through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become dedicated and ethical professionals who honor the traditional models of dental care while staying focused on discovering new ones. We train the experts who lead the field.

Our renowned faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of opportunities and resources, including smart classrooms, digital dentistry labs, clinics and a preclinical lab that emphasizes collaboration. Students pursue postbaccalaureate, predoctoral, continuing education and advanced education in general dentistry programs.

The Research Administrator for the Department of Oral Health Sciences, under the direction of the Department Chair, will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative operations of the department and resolving varied problems under minimal supervision and within established policies and procedures.

Primary responsibilities will be to support didactic courses including preparing and managing Canvas sites; formatting and assembling syllabi; process purchases for all research laboratories/faculty in TUMarketplace, process faculty reimbursements/help book travel via Concur, process students reimbursements via Student Financial Services, assists in the submission of IRB proposals in the InfoEd system, managing and preparing memorandums outlining and explaining administrative procedures and policies; providing Examsoft support for department courses; arranging programs, events, or conferences including arranging for facilities, catering, issuing information or invitations, coordinating speakers, controlling event budgets etc., coordinating and implementing the senior and junior dental student outreach programs and the practice management rotations for senior dental students including tracking student attendance, and working closely with the community outreach sites to set and maintain student schedules and rotations at each location.

Additionally, the Administrator will also assist the Director of the Biostatistics Core to coordinate data analysis requests from Postgraduate Residents, generate basic descriptive statistics or process data management requests, and will assist the Chair in the Public Health Residency Program including scheduling interviews, processing admissions letters, scheduling rooms, and assists in preparing ERA submissions and coordinating grants activities for OHS. Performs other duties as assigned.

At Temple, you will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself. We value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:

*Strong analysis skills and ability to collect, analyze and report on data.

*Must have good command of statistical package software such as SPSS.

*Must be able to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.

*Must have great attention to detail and sound judgments.

*Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

*Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.

*Excellent customer services skills with the demonstrated ability to calmly handle various complaints, problems, and questions.

*Experience facilitating public meetings and other public forums.

*Must possess a professional demeanor.

*Work effectively with Director / designee, and other team members to articulate project goals, issues and timelines.

*Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and make independent decisions for non-complex issues.

Preferred:

*Master in public health or another related field.

*Previous experience working with dental or other health sciences related students including experience or advanced training in Dental Public Health and data management and analysis.

Please note this position will work on-site.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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