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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are excited to be recruiting an Assistant to the Chair in the Department of Medicine, the largest of MSK's clinical departments comprised of 4 divisions and nearly 500 faculty.

The Chair is a senior leader who partners with executives across the department and hospital to achieve the Department's priorities. You will partner with the Lead Assistant to Chair to provide administrative support for our senior leaders, including administrative support to the Vice Chairs.

Are you a hardworking professional looking for a leadership opportunity? This is the perfect role for you!

Role Overview:

• Calendar Management & Scheduling: Handle extensive calendar and travel management; meeting planning and coordination; as well as screening and responding to requests. Assist with meeting preparation and logistics planning.
• Office Operations: Perform administrative duties to maintain the office's smooth operation as well as support departmental leadership. Manage complex inquiries and fulfill requests quickly & efficiently.
• Project Management: Work closely with the Senior Director & Lead Assistant to Chair to coordinate current initiatives and foster the growth of new ones. Assist with projects as necessary, ensuring seamless workflow and communication within the office.

Key Qualifications:

• 4-7 years of experience in an administrative role supporting senior leadership, such as Senior Administrative Assistant
• Experience working in an academic office setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement in project management responsibilities.

Core Skills:

• Effective Communication: capable of communicating on behalf of the Chair and senior leadership in the office.
• Excellent Judgment: able to resolve problems and handle time-sensitive issues effectively.
• Technical Proficiency: comfortable using various software for communication and presentations, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: able to adapt to changing needs, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and adjust to the fast-paced nature of the role.

Additional Information: #LI-Hybrid

• Location: 1275 York Avenue
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (hybrid schedule, 3-4 days onsite)
• Pay Range: $75,500 - $116,900 annually.

Reporting to the Lead Assistant to Chair.

Helpful Links:

• MSK Compensation Philosophy
• Review Our Great Benefits Offerings

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MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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