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OPPORTUNITIES at PENN
Where to Find the Job Opportunities-Here and Elsewhere
Listed below are the new job
opportunities at the University of Pennsylvania. Where the qualifications
are described in terms of formal education or training, prior experience
in the same field may be substituted.
There are approximately 280 additional open positions
for examination at the Job Application Center, Funderburg Information Center,
3401 Walnut St. (215-898-7285). Hours of operation are Monday through Friday,
9 a.m.-1 p.m. New openings are also posted daily at the following locations:
Blockley Hall, the Wharton School and the Dental School.
A full listing of job opportunities is at the Human
Resource Services website: www.hr.upenn.edu/.
Current employees needing access to the web, may go
to the Computer Resource Center at 3732 Locust Walk with your PENNCard to
obtain a list of computer labs on campus available for your use.
In addition, almost every public library in the
Delaware Valley now provides web access. In the near future, as our office
remodels the Job Application Center, we hope to have computers available
for current employees and others to peruse the current job openings. Openings
are also mailed to approximately 50 community sites weekly.
--Employment, H.R.
Please note:
Faculty positions and positions at the Hospital and Health Systems are not
included in these listings. For Hospital and Health System openings, contact
662-2999.
ANNENBERG SCHOOL
Contact: Ronald Story
BOX OFFICE ASSISTANT, LIMITED SERVICE (101700RS) Responsible for ticket sales through window,
telephone & mail orders; reconcile money taken in with ticket audit
stubs; prepare statistical reports & mailing lists. QUALIFICATIONS:
HS diploma or equivalent, BA/BS preferred; demonstrated ability to reconcile
money taken in with ticket stubs; previous sales experience in similar setting
helpful; good telephone manner & ability to work under pressure required;
must be willing to learn computerized box office system; hours 12 noon-6pm,
9 months per year, evenings & weekends required. GRADE:
G5; RANGE: $12,875-15,811; 10-24-97 Annenberg Center
ARTS AND SCIENCES
Contact: Anna Marcotte
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II (101710AM) Provide general administrative & secretarial
support; handle word processing, proof-reading, editing & spreadsheet
applications; coordinate travel arrangements & expense reimbursements;
coordinate mailings, including mail merge documents; assist with planning
staffing meetings & special events. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma; 3
years experience as Administrative Assistant or Secretary; knowledge of
Windows, Word & Excel essential; application deadline 10-31-97. GRADE: G10; RANGE: $19,261-23,999;
10-24-97 External Affairs
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II, PART-TIME (28 HRS) (101693AM) Manage
program office; organize events, including publicity, invitations &
mailings; prepare meetings & receptions; organize & maintain office
records/files; maintain web page & databases; prepare financial documents;
create/edit newsletter; maintain office supplies. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma required,
BA/BS preferred; 2 years relevant experience; strong organizational skills
& ability to handle many projects; ability to prioritize & work
independently; excellent writing skills; computer proficiency in WordPerfect,
MS Word, Excel, Filemaker Pro. GRADE: G10; RANGE: $11.26-14.29; 10-22-97 Jewish Studies Program (Asian &
Middle Eastern Studies)
FISCAL COORDINATOR I (37.5 HRS) (101694AM) Manage weekly payroll;
record, monitor & verify budget & expense transactions for departmental
& grant funding; maintain & run systems for monthly billings; assist
research professors with pre-award process to include budgets & current
& pending support; run, analyze & distribute monthly expenditure
reports; create & maintain spreadsheets & databases. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in Accounting or Business or equivalent work experience; experience
& knowledge of FinMIS preferred; strong computer skills; proficiency
with spreadsheet environment; familiarity with pre-award research process;
strong communication, interpersonal & organizational skills; working
knowledge of Univ. policies & procedures preferred. GRADE: P1; RANGE: $20,291-26,368;
10-23-97 Chemistry
SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER I (081248AM) Manage Windows NT server & desktop
computing support for faculty, staff & students for instructional, research
& administrative support needs. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS & 2 years experience supporting Macintosh/PC
hardware & software; academic background and/or interest in Biology
preferred; extensive experience with Macintosh, Windows 95 & NT operating
systems, flatbed & slide scanners, slide makers, printers, application
software & networks; Linux experience desired; knowledge of Photoshop,
Word, Canvas, Powerpoint, HTML, PageMaker, Excel, Filemaker Pro; strong
verbal & written communication skills. GRADE: P6;
RANGE:
$30,857-42,591; 10-22-97 SAS Computing
DENTAL SCHOOL
Contact: Ronald Story
SECRETARY IV, PART-TIME
(17.5 HRS) (101659RS) Under supervision, provide secretarial & administrative
support requiring judgment & initiative; type & proofread standard
& complex materials; develop & maintain filing systems; answer phones
& handle inquiries requiring interpretation of policies; arrange appointments
& conferences; handle mail; suggest & implement office procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma with business
training; experience preferred; type 50 wpm; strong computer, organizational,
verbal & written communication skills; ability to work well with diverse
group of people; handle multiple tasks; determine priorities. GRADE: G9; RANGE: $9.67-12.08;
10-20-97 Restorative Dentistry
ENGINEERING/APPLIED SCIENCE
Contact: Ronald Story
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II, LIMITED SERVICE (101674RS) Provide administrative/clerical support to
department faculty & Assistant to the Chair; type journal articles,
book chapters, class materials, proposals, equations & other assorted
technical materials; assist with on-line student information, web page maintenance,
coordination of annual orientation, recruiting interviews for new students
& faculty, management of conferences, special events, "working
papers" access & course scheduling; gather data for faculty dossiers.
QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma, business curriculum & related post HS
training or equivalent; minimum 2 years administrative or secretarial experience;
proficiency with MS Office, including equation editor, required; knowledge
of HTML, laTex; WordPerfect & desktop publishing; type 65 wpm; knowledge
of specification/technical terminology desired; solid organization, proofing
& communication skills; 9 months per year. GRADE: G10;
RANGE:
$14,446-17,999; 10-22-97 Systems Engineering
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Contact: Sue Hess
ACCOUNTANT I
(101696SH) Perform subsidiary ledger review & reconciliations; prepare
financial statements & billings; interact extensively with University
Business Administrators; accumulate & analyze data for preparation of
Federal Cash Transaction Reports; prepare journal entries & trail balances;
assist senior accountant in preparation & examination of other financial
reports; test for accuracy, completeness & compliance with federal guidelines
and/or other contractual agreements; initiate daily LOC cash drawdown. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in Accounting or equivalent; 1 year experience in research/grant accounting
preferred; proficiency with PC & working knowledge of Lotus 1-2-3; strong
verbal & written communication skills. GRADE: P2; RANGE: $22,351-29,098;
10-23-97 Comptroller
ASSISTANT MANAGER, BENEFITS ACCOUNTING/RESEARCH (101673SH) Review
& recommend modifications to benefits programs; supervise administration
& financial management of these programs; analyze utilization reports
from providers; coordinate systems requirements for department; serve as
liaison between University & its providers/ consultants; supervise staff
of 5 accounting professionals. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS or equivalent required, MBA with emphasis in finance
or math preferred; minimum 5 years progressive experience in benefits design
& administration; knowledge of ERISA & other benefits regulations;
highly developed analytical & supervisory skills; ability to conceptualize
issues & evaluate their practical impact on programs; computer skills
including WordPerfect, Lotus & Access or Dbase. GRADE: P8; RANGE: $39,655-52,015; 10-20-97
Human Resources Benefits
BENEFITS SPECIALIST II (101672AB) Counsel employees on full range
of University benefits, including analysis & costing of impact of choosing
available options; calculate & explain provisions of University's defined
benefit & defined contribution plans; calculate & explain maximum
amounts allowed as contributions to 403(b) plan; present benefit programs
& changes before diverse audience; actively participate in planning
& conducting open enrollment process. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS preferably
in Business Administration; minimum 2 to 3 years benefits experience; knowledge
of ERISA & other benefits regulations; excellent oral & written
communication skills; proven analytical skills; computer skills including
WordPerfect, Lotus & Access or Dbase. GRADE: P4; RANGE: $26,986-35,123; 10-20-97
Human Resources Benefits
INTERNAL AUDITOR (101670SH) (101671SH) Work collaboratively with
management to evaluate business controls, drive strategic initiatives &
streamline business processes; build partnerships with management to proactively
assess risk issues; approach audit & consultative requests using value
added philosophy; assist with business risk assessments, audit program design,
development & implementation; utilize latest computer- assisted auditing
techniques to document & report results; excellent long-term opportunities
exist to transfer into key University & Health System management positions.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in Accounting, Business or related field; advanced
degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems or related field preferred;
CIA, CPA or MBA or commitment to pursue preferred; 0-8 years experience
in internal audit or public financial accounting; consulting or operations
experience; strong accounting or operations experience preferably in university
environment; thorough understanding of business processes & controls
is essential; excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership & management
skills. GRADE:
P4-P9; RANGE:
$26,986- 57,217; 10-23-97 Office of Audit & Compliance
INTERNAL AUDITOR, HEALTH SYSTEM (101679SH) Work collaboratively with
management to evaluate business controls, drive strategic initiatives &
streamline business processes; build partnerships with management to proactively
assess risk issues; approach audit & consultative requests using a value-added
philosophy; assist with business risk assessments, audit program design,
development & implementation; utilize the latest computer-assisted auditing
techniques to document & report results; excellent long-term opportunities
exist to transition into key University & Health System management positions.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in Accounting, Business or related field; advanced
degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems or related field preferred;
0-8 years experience in internal audit or public financial accounting, consulting
or operations experience depending on the specific needs of the Health System;
strong accounting or operations experience preferably in a health care environment
& a thorough understanding of business processes & controls is essential;
excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership & management skills;
CIA, CPA or MBA or commitment to pursue preferred. GRADE: P4-P9; RANGE:
$26,986-57,217; 10-23-97 Office of Audit &
Compliance
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Contact: Anna Marcotte/Lynn Nash-Wexler
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II (37.5 HRS) (101707AM) Provide administrative support to
director of large clinical & research division; handle office communications;
compose, prepare & edit correspondence, forms & reports; assist
in preparing data reports; organize & maintain records/files; develop/modify
workflow procedures; manage calendars, schedules & mail; arrange meetings,
events & travel; assist with handling of & reporting on expenses
& purchases. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma; 2 years relevant experience required; strong
verbal & written communication skills & interpersonal & organizational
skills; knowledge of office procedures & computer proficiency preferred.
GRADE:
G10; RANGE:
$20,637- 25,713; 10-24-97 Psychiatry
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II (40 HRS) (101645AM) Provide support to
Director; type & proofread; transcribe dictated material; draft correspondence/forms;
manage scheduling; assist with preparing publications. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma required;
BA/BS preferred; 4 years administrative experience required or equivalent;
experience with word processing & database systems; excellent typing
skills required; experience transcribing dictations necessary; strong verbal,
written & organizational skills; afternoon shift with potential weekend
work (schedule negotiable); position contingent upon grant funding.
GRADE:
G10; RANGE:
$22,013-27,427; 10-20-97 Institute for Human Gene Therapy
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III (40 HRS) (101644AM) Under general direction,
provide administrative support to Director & supervisor; type &
proofread both standard & confidential material; transcribe dictated
material; draft routine correspondence/forms; schedule & reschedule
appointments, meetings & other activities for supervisor & Director;
schedule large programmatic meetings, such as Philadelphia CF Consortium;
handle itineraries of visiting postdoctoral fellow & non-tenure track
faculty recruits to Director's laboratory; work closely with supervisor
to prepare graphic material for presentations by supervisor & Director;
act as liaison to internal & external graphics artists to prepare slides
& other graphic materials; help create textual slides & other presentation
materials for supervisor & Director. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma required,
BA/BS preferred; minimum 6 years administrative experience required or equivalent
combination of education & experience; must have experience with word
processing & database systems; excellent typing skills required; experience
transcribing dictations necessary; solid telephone experience & professional,
courteous phone manner required; strong verbal & written communication
skills; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; excellent organizational
skills; ability to meet deadlines; hours 7 am - 4 pm; position contingent
upon grant funding. GRADE: G11; RANGE: $23,425-29,723; 10-20-97 Institute for Human Gene Therapy
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR VI (101692AB) (40 HRS) Maintain & modify forecasting
model for operating budget; facilitate budget request & presentation
package; provide support in developing budget package; develop system to
monitor accuracy of operating budget & to provide explanations for the
variances; evaluate impact of variance on aggregate budget; analyze impact
of new initiatives on finances. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS required, MBA
with financial planning background or related field preferred; 5 years of
financial planning & modeling experience; ability to conduct quantitative
analysis; strong analytical background; strong working knowledge of spreadsheet
& database software; familiarity with FinMIS & Business Object in
conjunction with Data Warehouse; must be able to demonstrate ability to
conceptualize complex tasks; excellent oral & written communication
skills. GRADE:
P7; RANGE:
$36,050-46,814; 10-23-97 Resource Planning & Analysis
DIRECTOR VII (101665AM) Develop & implement long-term strategic
plan for office automation, communication networks & Picture Archiving
& Communication System (PACS) software; direct research of Applications
& Systems Engineers; design large software systems & document design;
test designed software; develop user manuals; manage support software. QUALIFICATIONS:
MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Biomedical Engineering;
knowledge of image display & image processing is essential; experience
in implementation of image display software essential; experience in large-scale
software design & implementation, system integration & high performance
communications networks; thorough understanding of UNIX, DOS, VMS, MAC-OS
operating systems & TCP/IP, LAT/Decnet & AppleTalk networking protocols;
familiarity with relational database development & integration; knowledge
of imaging standards (ACR/NEMA) desirable. GRADE: P10; RANGE: $48,822-64,066; 10- 20-97
Radiology
HISTOLOGY TECH II (091551LW) Participate in routine staining &
sectioning of histology specimens; perform special stains as requested;
cut animal specimens & perform immunohistochemistry as required; complete
laboratory paper work; maintain quality control & follow safety standards
necessary for licensure; maintain all laboratory functions; responsible
for updating & maintaining laboratory manual; utilize computer database
for specimen logging & tracking; provide assistance in budget formulation
for long-term projects. QUALIFICATIONS: Registered as histological technician by American Society
of Clinical Pathologists or ASCP eligible; minimum 2 years direct experience
as Histology Technician; broad knowledge of principles, methods & techniques
of histological laboratory work; ocular experience preferred. GRADE: G10; RANGE: $19,261-23,999;
10-24-97 Opthalmology
LAB ANIMAL TECH (40 HRS) (101668LW) Under moderate supervision, provide
all aspects of care to laboratory animals including husbandry (feeding,
cage cleaning, record maintenance, etc) & enrichment of various species;
help maintain rodent breeding colonies & inventories of colonies; provide
technical assistance to investigators who use Animal Services Unit, including
venipuncture; maintain knowledge of & compliance with USDA, AAALAC regulations
& FDA Good Laboratory Practices. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma required; AALAS certification at Technician
(LAT) level highly desirable; minimum 1 to 2 years experience working with
laboratory animals, including non-human primates, necessary; knowledge of
& experience with BSL2+ agents also required; experience with technical
procedures as described; must be able to lift heavy objects above shoulders
& catch & restrain lab animals; exceptional commitment to research
programs & sensitivity to needs of animals essential; energy & willingness
to meet tight & aggressive deadlines; excellent interpersonal &
communications skills required; position contingent upon grant funding.
GRADE:
G9; RANGE:
$20,130-25,133; 10-21- 97 Institute for Human Gene Therapy
PROGRAMMER ANALYST III/IV (101702AM) (101703AM) PA III/IV: Analyze
& design technical implementation of specified data management, analysis
& visualization systems for bioinformatics & computational biology;
develop programming specification & effort estimates; prepare technical
documentation & user guides; maintain up-to-date knowledge of current
technology & literature on bioinformatics & computational biology
as it relates to genomic, gene expression & molecular cellular biology;
participate in evaluation of technical competence of prospective employees;
participate in writing grants, scientific papers & technical documentation;
PA IV: Additional duty of plan development & training of staff. QUALIFICATIONS:
MA/MS in CS, Mathematics or related field or equivalent; PAIII: 3 to 4 years
programming experience; PA IV: 5 to 6 years programming experience; detailed
knowledge of UNIX, Sybase, Prolog, Java, Perl, C, C++ desirable; must
be available for limited travel. GRADE: P7/P8; RANGE: $36,050-46,814/$39,655-52,015; 10-24-97 Center for Bioinformatics
PROJECT MANAGER II (101690AM) Participate in research design &
development of study materials; hire, supervise & train study nurses;
oversee & coordinate field operations; develop & maintain project
records & documentation; prepare progress reports; assure quality &
completeness of data. QUALIFICATIONS: MS degree in Epidemiology
or related field; 5 years experience in research methodology; experienced
in computer applications & software; skilled in managing diverse research
team; strong verbal & written communication skills; attention to detail;
ability to work under pressure. GRADE: P7; RANGE: $36,050-46,814;
10-24-97 CCEB
RESEARCH COORDINATOR (101685LW) Coordinate database management activities
for clinical & laboratory research of families with genetic susceptibility
to breast cancer; design, implement & maintain data system; coordinate
data exchange between PI and clinical areas, including file formation, verification
checks & conversion of data; collect & enter retrospective &
prospective clinical data on all breast cancer patients. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS or equivalent; 3 years experience in academic & health care setting;
extensive computer hardware & software experience on Macs & PCS;
experience with word processing packages, spreadsheets & databases;
knowledge of medical terminology & experience working with clinicians
in outpatient setting required; knowledge of Internet resources; strong
communication & organizational skills; attention to detail. GRADE: P3; RANGE: $24,617-31,982;
10-22-97 Cancer Center
RESEARCH LAB TECH II (40 HRS) (101664LW) Assist with subject recruitment
in compliance with multiple research protocols; administer interviews, questionnaires
& assessment instruments; score test batteries; ensure data completeness;
monitor subject compliance to protocol; collect/enter data into established
database; maintain research files; provide info to clients regarding research
protocols/procedures. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma with some college courses in Social Science/related
field; exposure to science research required; interviewing skills desirable;
attention to detail/accuracy in data collection required; must be available
for evenings/weekends; position contingent upon grant funding. GRADE: G8; RANGE: $16,171-20,240;
10-21-97 Psychiatry/Addictions
RESEARCH LAB TECH III (101691LW) Under general supervision, perform
variety of routine lab duties to assist PI in maintaining/managing laboratory;
operate standard & complex lab equipment, including autoclave; prepare
media, stock solutions & reagents; wash glassware; pour gels for electrophoresis;
maintain inventory & order lab supplies; perform general topical library
bibliographic searches. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma required; BA/BS in scientific field preferred;
some chemistry/biochemistry & some lab experience required. GRADE:
G8; RANGE: $16,171-20,240; 10-22-97 Institute for Medicine &
Engineering
RESEARCH SPECIALIST JR (101662LW) Process virologic & immunological
specimens from HIV patients for PBMCs, cryopreservation & other protocol-related
assays; perform data entry; analyze data to generate computer reports; order
supplies & maintain inventories of reagents & supplies; ship specimens
according to hazardous specimens shipping regulations; library searches.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS degree; basic knowledge of routine laboratory techniques;
must be detail-oriented & not be afraid to work with HIV contaminated
blood. GRADE:
P1; RANGE:
$20,291-26,368; 10-20-97 Infectious Diseases
RESEARCH SPECIALIST JR (02163RS) Assist in planning experiments;
perform routine experiments & assist in analysis & writing of research
reports; attend lab meetings; monitor equipment; maintain logs & records;
order supplies. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in scientific field; previous tissue culture &
lab experience desired; must work independently. GRADE: P1;
RANGE:
$20,291-26,368; 10-24-97 Pathology
RESEARCH SPECIALIST I (06790RS) Perform general molecular biology;
make recombinant adenoviruses; generate & screen polyclonal antibodies;
perform tissue culture & some animal work; perform light & confocal
microscopy; supervise students & techs; order supplies. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA in Biology or related field required; 1 year of experience in molecular
biology lab preferred; good organizational skills; highly motivated; ability
to work independently. GRADE: P2; RANGE: $22,351-29,098; 10-21-97 Neuroscience
RESEARCH SPECIALIST I (40 HRS) (101686LW) Perform experiments in
molecular biology including, but not limited to, DNA, RNA & protein
isolation & analysis, DNA cloning & sub-cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis,
tissue culture of mammalian cells, dissection of rodents for tissues &
analysis of transgenic mice; assist in experimental design & perform
data analysis; maintain scientific notebook; present work at weekly laboratory
meetings, maintain reagents related to studies. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in scientific
field with course work in molecular biology; 1 to 3 years laboratory experience
with molecular biological techniques; ability to work independently; excellent
organizational skills & ability to maintain records & logs; computer
literate; attention to detail; good communication skills; position contingent
upon grant funding. GRADE: P2; RANGE: $22,351-29,098; 10-22-97 Gastro-Intestinal
RESEARCH SPECIALIST IV (101663LW) Independently direct & implement
development of multi-step purification systems for adeno-associated virus,
adenovirus vectors & other vectors; processes will be utilized for production
of clinical grade materials that will be used in human clinical trials treating
genetic diseases & cancer; independently implement & evaluate wide
variety of chromatographic separation systems; evaluate number of different
vectors with different resins & different equipment; initiate &
develop procedures for multiple steps of purification, including DNase purification
processes & for vector concentration; analyze purified & partially
purified vectors for infectivity & biological activity; develop multiple
step, complex processes for purification & monitor removal of contaminants;
work with Associate Director of the Translational Research Program (TRP)
& production manager of Human Applications Laboratory (HAL) to implement
vector purification processes for AAV, Adeno & other vectors as needed
using GMP regulations as required by FDA. QUALIFICATIONS: MS in Virology,
Biology, Biochemistry or related field; minimum 5 years experience or other
significant training; or PhD & 2 years experience; proven track record
of research & development in chromatography of proteins and/or viral
vectors; knowledge of regulatory issues related to GLP & GMP important;
excellent organizational, verbal & written communication skills required;
ability to thrive in challenging & fast-paced environment; position
contingent upon grant funding. GRADE: P6; RANGE: $32,857-42,591; 10-20-97 Institute for Human Gene Therapy
RESEARCH SPECIALIST IV (091580LW) Develop & coordinate interdisciplinary
research projects; assist in, perform & develop test protocols, equipment
& fixtures, as well as data collection, analysis & interpretation;
responsible for execution of various research projects; act as technical
expert in mechanical testing; assist in writing grant proposals, book chapters,
peer reviewed journal articles & presentation of research at national
meetings; select lab personnel & equipment for specific research projects.
QUALIFICATIONS: MS in Biomedical
Engineering or related discipline required; 3 years additional research
experience in Orthopaedic Biomechanics or related field. GRADE: P6; RANGE: $32,857-42,591;
10-22-97 Orthopaedic Surgery
RESEARCH SPECIALIST IV (40 HRS) (091543LW) Molecular Biologist or
Immunologist to become Technological Director of Morphology Core to manage
daily operations; support its development; assist investigators in developing
protocols for antibodies & in situ hybridization; perform independent
& collaborative research pertinent to Core; instruct Core investigators
on imaging system for light & fluorescent microscopy; supervise core
technicians in processing & cutting tissues; collect tissues to establish
tissue bank with database. QUALIFICATIONS: MS or PhD in related field plus 2 to 4 years work experience;
applicants should have extensive experience in above techniques; ability
to work independently essential; good organizational, writing & computer
skills required; position contingent upon grant funding. GRADE: P6; RANGE: $32,857-42,591;
10-23-97 Medicine/GI
NURSING
Contact: Sue Hess
FISCAL COORDINATOR I/II
(101680SH) (101681SH) Perform financial & administrative duties for
multiple academic divisions as member of service group team; includes purchasing,
accounts payable, budgetary & payroll transactions; assist in oversight
of budgets & ensure integrity of financial transactions; perform duties
under detailed policies & procedures; interact with faculty, staff &
other departments; interact extensively with off-campus vendors; ensure
highest level of customer service to faculty, students & staff; provide
back-up supervision & serve as lead resource for group. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS preferably in Accounting or Business or equivalent work experience;
1 to 3 years experience in fiscal operations or equivalent; FinMIS experience
preferred; working knowledge of accounting practices & office standards
& procedures; strong PC related skills, particularly (Microsoft Office);
familiarity with University fiscal operations & applications; excellent
organizational skills; strong verbal & written communication skills;
ability to work with diverse group in fast-paced environment; commitment
to customer service essential. GRADE: P1/P2; RANGE: $20,291-26,368/$22,351-29,098; 10-23-97 Nursing
RESEARCH COORDINATOR (40 HRS) (101682SH) Provide administrative &
technical services in design & operation of multi-site health services
research studies at Center for Health Services & Policy Research; coordinate
grant-related activities; supervise work-study students; administer budgets
of large Center-based research grants, international conference & overall
Center budget; draft graft-related reports & participate in development
of scientific publications; manage data collection from field study of 6
hospitals located throughout country on AIDS care & hospital nursing
workforce; train & supervise staff; maintain bibliographic data base;
assist, summarize & present study data; direct & maintain all grant-related
correspondence between Center, US, Europe & Latin America; solve procedural
problems & maintain Center equipment. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS; 2 years professional experience required, including
prior administrative & technical support experience; supervisory experience
preferred; demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, maintain budgets
& work independently; ability to write & edit technical reports;
excellent interpersonal & communication skills; ability to work effectively
with interdisciplinary research team; thorough knowledge of microcomputers,
word processing, graphics & database management & data entry software
programs essential; familiarity with population studies & health services
research preferred; knowledge of social research methodology; familiarity
with implementation of research protocols & development of data codebooks
desired; end date 6-30-98. GRADE: P3; RANGE: $24,617-31,982; 10-23-97; Nursing
PRESIDENT
Contact: Sue Hess
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I
(101683LW) Provide clerical & administrative support to Planned Giving
staff, word process, edit & proofread correspondence, reports &
estate trust summary sheets; prepare mailings; maintain databases; prepare
gift transmittals & post payments; answer telephones & respond to
inquiries & redirect as necessary; schedule appointments for directors;
make travel arrangements; prepare itineraries & reconcile travel expenses;
maintain office files; order office supplies; open, stamp & sort mail.
QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma; minimum 3 years secretarial experience; experience
with use of dictaphone & other office equipment; thorough knowledge
of office practices & procedures; proficiency in WordPerfect; familiarity
with Excel, FileMaker Pro & other computer programs. GRADE: G9; RANGE: $17,614-21,991;
10-23-97 Gift Planning, Development & Alumni Relations
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES/RECORDS CENTER (101661SH)
Responsible for resource planning & day-to-day administration of comprehensive
institutional archives & records management program; oversee Archives
public & technical services & Records Center active, inactive &
medical records services; supervise staff, including project staff; develop
& implement departmental resources; prepare fiscal plans & departmental
budgets; manage physical plant. QUALIFICATIONS: MA in American History,
American Studies or Archival Administration and/or MLS degree; 7 to 10 years
professional experience with minimum 4 years in supervisory capacity in
institutional archives & records management program; excellent interpersonal
& communication skills. GRADE: P8; RANGE: $39,655-52,015; 10-20-97
University Archives
INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST III (101667SH) Provide information
system support, including data analysis, system planning, selection, software/hardware
configuration & troubleshooting, programming & training; perform
project & strategic planning; oversee computing environment; take lead
in establishing & coordinating standards & technical directions;
serve as liaison to University offices; administer departmental Novell LAN
including server, workstations, peripherals & applications. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS required, MS/MIS or equivalent experience preferred; 5 to 7 years
experience with variety of computer systems with at least 5 years supporting
end-user computing in Novell environment, including programming, preferably
in academic setting; 5 years working knowledge & programming experience
with relational DBMS. GRADE: P7; RANGE:
$36,050-46,814; 10-24-97 University Archives
SECRETARY IV (01684LW) Provide secretarial & clerical support
to Director of Communications for School of Veterinary Medicine; type &
proofread general correspondence, media copy & other documents; maintain
mailing lists, media clip files, photo files, slide files & office files;
maintain & update web page & search Internet for related articles
& information; assist with major mailings & public affairs programs;
answer phones & route calls; respond to general inquiries; distribute
department mail; assist with media & other special events; provide receptionist
support for entire department; greet visitors; pick up & distribute
materials within school & hospital. QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma or
equivalent; 2 years clerical/secretarial experience & previous experience
in university setting preferred; knowledge of & previous experience
with Internet; proficient typing/computer skills; thorough knowledge of
Windows & WordPerfect for Windows; strong verbal & written communication
skills. GRADE: G9; RANGE: $17,614-21,991; 10-22-97
Development & Alumni Relations
PROVOST
Contact: Ronald Story
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II (101675RS) Coordinate flow of artwork, proof & packages;
prepare typesetting, printing & binding specifications; log & track
typeset proof & artwork; update & maintain report of book manufacturing
schedules & departmental files; process invoices for payment; process
incoming & outgoing mail; prepare packages for shipment to typesetters
& book manufacturing vendors; communicate with authors, vendors &
other members of Press staff. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS or equivalent
experience; experience with Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Word in Macintosh
environment is essential; book publishing experience desired; must be well
organized & detail-oriented. GRADE: G10; RANGE: $19,261-23,999; 10-23-97 University Press
The following posting for Fiscal Coordinator II was posted incorrectly
as Fiscal Coordinator I on 10-16-97 & 10-22-97. What follows is the
corrected posting:
FISCAL COORDINATOR II (101638RS) Under general direction of Business
Manager, assist in budget preparation; perform accounting/bookkeeping duties;
process all purchase orders, "C" forms, travel expense reports,
journal entries & cash deposits; supply financial data for compilation
of financial statements on monthly basis; monitor University accounting
reports on monthly basis & report irregularities to Business Manager;
maintain internal accounting systems (Peachtree); reconcile general ledger
to University's accounting statements monthly; reconcile accounts receivable
& cash receipts; process weekly payroll & maintain salary &
time off records; maintain contract/royalty files & process payments
to Press authors for over 800 titles; process costs for all Press titles
& maintain inventory records. QUALIFICATIONS: AA/AS or BA/BS in Accounting preferred, or equivalent
experience; experience in University accounting environment & FinMIS
a plus; strong computer skills in PC environment, Windows 95, Microsoft
Excel & Word required; working knowledge of Peachtree Accounting software
desirable. GRADE: P1; RANGE: $20,291-26,368; 10-24-97
University Press
HEALTH PHYSICS TECH (101698RS) Responsible for radiation measurements
with portable & laboratory instruments; propose methods for removing
contamination; calibrate instruments; effluent monitoring on roof tops;
maintain sampling equipment; prepare reports of survey & monitoring
results; collect & process radioactive waste; perform compliance testing
of energized equipment; respond to spills/incidents (24 hours on call) &
questions by radiation workers; distribute radionuclides; perform other
duties as needed to support radiation safety program; also provide support
to University's biosafety & chemical safety programs. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in Science or equivalent; experience
handling radioactive materials & operating energized equipment; HP Technology
Certification or Board eligible; good math, computer & electronics skills;
must be able to work with diverse cross-section of laboratory personnel;
must be able to tolerate heights, move about freely & carry heavy materials/equipment
(40-60 lbs.); must have valid driver's license; 24 hours on call.
GRADE: G13; RANGE: $25,132-33,270;
10-24-97; Radiation Safety
OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III (101699RS) Support work of Director
& manage work flow of central office; supervise paraprofessional staff
& progress on projects; coordinate staff support for section heads;
maintain records including confidential materials; implement strategies
for marketing programs or providing information about APRL processes; arrange
meetings; perform scheduling; work with budget & payroll systems; draft
correspondence; update databases & filing systems. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS preferred; 3 to 5 years relevant experience; able
to work independently & manage several projects at once; strong written
& organizational skills; knowledge of Macintosh software packages, FinMIS
& payroll systems desirable; strong customer service skills. GRADE: G11; RANGE: $20,497-26,008;
10-24-97 Academic Programs & Res. Life
RECEPTIONIST III (071006RS) Receive visitors in pleasant, courteous
& helpful manner; answer routine questions, ascertain nature of visit
& refer to appropriate staff; respond to informational questions; work
with On-Campus Program to effectively implement the servicing of prospective
candidates, their parents & visitors to Undergraduate Admissions. QUALIFICATIONS:
HS diploma, some college preferred; 2 years receptionist experience or general
clerical/administrative experience; desktop computer experience required,
preferably on Macintosh; WordPerfect & Excel experience desirable; strong
public relations skills essential; demonstrated capacity to communicate
with persons of diverse backgrounds; ability to work well under pressure.
GRADE: G8; RANGE: $16,171-20,240; 10-22-97
Undergraduate Admissions
VET TECH II (LAB ANIMAL CARE) (40 HRS) (101656RS) Coordinate &
implement shipping, receiving & quarantine of rodents; assist with University-wide
colony health monitoring surveillance program; serve as backup; assist in
implementation & coordination of animals undergoing rederivation; evaluate
& update procedures for shipping, receiving & quarantine of rodents.
QUALIFICATIONS: HS diploma plus AA/AS or equivalent; 2 to 3 years experience
in lab animal science; LAT certification; strong communication & organizational
skills; demonstrated ability to manage time, space & units (animals)
months in advance; basic computer skills (WordPerfect, spreadsheets); animal
handling skills; valid driver's license required; some weekends, holidays
& after hours. GRADE: G10; RANGE: $22,013-27,427; 10-23-97
ULAR
VETERINARY SCHOOL
Contact: Ronald Story
RESEARCH SPECIALIST I/II
(101660RS) Manage nutrients in food animal sector to benefit both producers
& environment; perform experiments investigating animal farm nutrient
flows & losses; analyze & evaluate experimental data with computer
programs; assist with implementing projects; carry out operation tasks &
process information obtained; coordinate efforts from various parties involved
in research & implementation; related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in crop/soil science or related
field required, MS degree preferred; 1 to 3 years relevant experience; experience
with field experiment design, sample collection & treatment, lab analysis
techniques, data processing & summary preferred; broad working knowledge
of cropping/tilling systems, soil fertility, nutrient management, soil/crop
relationship, production agriculture & environment; familiarity with
animal agriculture nutrient cycling; Position located in Kennett SquareNo
public transportation available; position lasts 1 year; contingent upon
grant funding. GRADE: P2/P3; RANGE: $22,351-29,098/$24,617-31,982; 10-20-97 Clinical Studies
WHARTON SCHOOL
Contact: Anna Marcotte
FISCAL COORDINATOR I
(101666AM) Provide accounting & administrative support; oversee budgets;
analyze, prepare & monitor reports; process procurements & disbursement
forms; support preparation of research grant budgets; maintain office equipment,
records & filing system; supervise staff & students; manage course
scheduling; order textbooks & syllabi; maintain grade reporting. QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in business related field; experience in administration/management
in academic/research environment; experience with Penn policies & procedures
preferred; computer proficiency & experience in relational databases
& reports; basic accounting skills; strong communications, organizational
& interpersonal skills. GRADE: P1; RANGE:
$20,291-26,368; 10-22-97 Real Estate Unit
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST II (101695AM) Provide system administration
for multiple Novell NetWare & Microsoft NT servers; develop procedures
for preventive maintenance, software/hardware evaluation & upgrades
& disaster recovery; enforce network security; maintain vendor relationships;
assist in long-term strategic planning; assess & implement new technology;
provide backup support to lab technical staff & helpdesk assistance
to faculty, staff & students. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS, 2 to 3 years
experience in system administration; experience with lab environment; specific
experience with IPX, TCP/IP, WINS, DHCP desired; working knowledge of Novell
NetWare & Microsoft Windows NT (workstation & server); ability to
manage multiple projects simultaneously; ability to communicate effectively
with wide variety of clients. GRADE: P6; RANGE: $32,857- 42,591; 10-23-97 Wharton Comp & Info Tech
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