Academic Administrator

University of Pittsburgh   Pittsburgh, PA   Full-time     Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 23, 2024
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Academic Administrator



The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is recruiting an Academic Administrator to manage and coordinate academic/educational program activities. This position is responsible for assisting with processing academic appointments, coordinating Panther Rounds, planning and scheduling conferences and social events, providing administrative and editorial support, coordinating and maintaining weekly rotation schedules for medical students and residents, scheduling travel, meetings, and calls, coordinating medical student applications for rotations and recruitment of medical students to residency, coordinating resident didactics, and supporting other program activities. Prior experience in managing/coordinating academic programs is preferred.


Job Summary

Manages all aspects of graduate and/or undergraduate academic administrative matters. Monitors degree completion progress and keeps accurate records. Performs administrative, advisory, and editorial duties. Manages the department admission process, assists with attracting prospective students, and processes student financial appointments.


Essential Functions

Manages and coordinates educational programs including Panther Rounds, plans and schedules conferences and social events, provides administrative and editorial support, coordinates and maintains weekly rotation schedules for medical students and residents, schedules travel, meetings, and calls, coordinates medical student applications for rotations and recruitment of medical students to residency, coordinates resident didactics, assists with processing academic appointments, and supports other program activities.


Physical Effort

Light physical effort. May be required to stand/move for longer periods of time periodically and may be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.


The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.


The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Academic Administrator

Job Family: Academic & Student Services

Job Sub Family: Academic Services

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: $40,000.00 to $46,478.00

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter





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