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Job Title:

Preclinical Academic Associate

Department:

Academic Affairs, School of Medicine

College/Division:

School Of Medicine

Primary Job Posting Location:

Columbus, GA 31901

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

The School of Medicine is searching for a Preclinical Academic Associate for the Columbus, Georgia campus.

Responsibilities:

As part of Academic Affairs and reporting to the Academic Affairs Manager, this position coordinates and manages all aspects of the preclinical academic curriculum including PBL tutorial program activities, testing and evaluation, and reporting. This position will maintain preclinical academic records including records related to USMLE performance. Will provide academic and administrative support to Senior Associate Dean and Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, and preclinical faculty. The Preclinical Academic Associate will be expected to maintain contact with students in preclinical program. This role also includes a supplemental role of Special Programs Support which will include completing administrative tasks to support the Accelerated Track (ACT) program; order, score and report the results for the Aquifer exams; and coordinate the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) rotations.

Qualifications:

Two years of college coursework and one year of prior administrative support experience is required. In lieu of education, equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Capable of organizing and prioritizing workloads to address multiple emerging needs and to meet deadlines under high pressure

• Provide a welcoming environment and be a persuasive communicator in order to provide services to faculty, staff and students.

• Must be detail oriented and highly organized to complete projects for successful outcome

• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Access) and basic computer skills

Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History

Document Attachments:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Family:

Staff Clerical Non-exempt

EEO Statement:

AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability

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