Program Associate (Sunshine Genetics, College of Medicine) at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Program Associate (Sunshine Genetics, College of Medicine) Location: Tallahassee, FL Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 61649 Department Sunshine Genetics | College of MedicineResponsibilities The Program Associate provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Senior Associate Director for Precision Medicine, the research team and faculty reporting directly to this position, and IPRD's Sunshine Genetics team. Working collaboratively with IPRD leadership and administrative staff, this position ensures efficient coordination of statewide research, education, and clinical initiatives.Maintain and coordinate calendars for the Sr. Associate Director, Sr. Associate Director’s research team, and the Sunshine Genetics team (currently three faculty, two staff members, with anticipated rapid growth). Schedule and organize meetings, including logistics for on-site and virtual events.Arrange and process domestic and international travel for the Sr. Associate Director, Sr. Associate Director’s research team, and Sunshine Genetics personnel, including flight booking, hotel accommodation, and transportation. Prepare itineraries and manage reimbursement documentation in compliance with FSU travel policies.Coordinate professional society memberships and conference registrations. Prepare and arrange shipment of promotional materials (booths at conferences, banners, flyers, pamphlets, and giveaways) for scientific conferences and public events.Oversee daily administrative operations for the Sr. Associate Director, Sr. Associate Director’s research team, and Sunshine Genetics program. Prepare and process procurement requests. Assist with preparation and tracking of reports, budgets, and compliance materials.Organize and support meetings, workshops, and conferences. Manage invitations, agendas, meeting materials, minutes, and follow-up communications.Serve as a primary point of contact for university offices, external partners, and collaborators. Facilitate timely and effective communication among internal and external stakeholders.Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)Contact Info David [email protected] University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!Learn more about our university and campuses.FSU Total Rewards FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.How To Apply If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.Veterans' Preference Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.Considerations This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.