Program Coordinator (OBGYN - Pregnancy and Perinatal Research Center)

Job Profile Title

The Coordinator, Program will support Penn’s Achieving Maternal Empowerment and Transforming Health through Implementation Science and Training (AMETHIST@Penn) Hub. The AMETHIST@Penn Hub will provide consultation and technical assistance to Maternal Health Research Centers of Excellence and other IMPROVE investigators.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective communication between researchers, collaborators, and administrative staff.
• Prepare regular project updates and reports for management and stakeholders.
• Provide administrative assistance, such as tracking expenses, and managing procurement processes related to program/core specifics.
• Maintain accurate records of project-related activities and documentation.
• Organize and coordinate workshops, seminars, conferences, and other program-related events.
• Manage logistics for program cores, including timelines, resources, and milestones.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely completion of tasks and adherence to project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 2-3 years of related experience in research and/or administrative roles in healthcare or research, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Well-organized and able to flexibly manage diverse responsibilities, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with computers/technology, especially basic programs such as MS Word, Excel, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Job Location

Job Location - City, State: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Department / School: Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

Pay Range: $24.21 - $31.55 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level.

Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.