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This position provides administrative support to the department of Biological Sciences graduate programs (Ph.D. and M.S.). The incumbent will coordinate graduate student admissions, orientation, advising, funding, and teaching and performance reviews for the department. In this capacity, the position serves as a liaison to the Graduate School, Registrar's Office, Bursar's Office, and other appropriate university offices, academic units, and institutes. The incumbent will advise graduate students on administrative procedures as well as track grades, evaluations, and plans of study, and maintain and secure graduate student files. This position will also support the department’s teaching laboratory operations by working with the department’s Director of Teaching Laboratories to coordinate graduate teaching assistant (GTA) assignments and assist with other logistical support such as maintaining equipment inventory.

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field, or equivalent level of training and experience. Experience providing administrative support including records management and scheduling or coordinative duties. Working knowledge of graduate student advising policies and procedures. Working knowledge of budgeting and fiscal procedures. Excellent organizational and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills. Ability to multitask in a deadline- oriented environment. Experience working with a diverse group of people and with confidential material.

Master's degree in biology or related field. Experience preparing and managing budgets. Experience using Banner. Experience using HokieMart.

4

Regular

Commensurate with experience

September 16, 2024

Onsite work during the initial six months is required to ensure the most effective training is received. The possibility of some teleworking may be discussed at the conclusion of the training period.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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