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Administrative Specialist II - Pediatric Cellular and Molecular Therapy (CMT)

University Of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, us, 32635

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Job no:

538137 Work type:

Staff Full-Time Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories:

Health Care Administration/Support Department:

29092300 - MD-PEDS-CELL - MOLEC THERP DIV

Job Description The Administrative Specialist II oversees administrative functions in a complex office environment, manages daily operations, interprets and enforces university and federal regulations, handles confidential tasks, coordinates human‑resources activities, and serves as the primary liaison with other university departments. The incumbent serves as an administrative assistant to the Chief of Division of Cellular & Molecular Therapy, is responsible for customer service and administrative tasks within the division, handles post‑award grants activities, maintains the tracking system of spending from grants, and manages confidential information. The incumbent provides specific customer services, including handling phone calls and scheduling appointments.

Responsibilities

Function as the primary administrative contact and support for Pediatric Cellular and Molecular Therapy (CMT), providing backup and cross‑coverage for the CHRI and PGTC divisions

Coordinating faculty and staff absences and leave, approving staff time, and entering time for all faculty within assigned divisions

Work closely with the Assistant Director on hiring issues, staff assignments, and workload distribution

Collaborate with Division Chiefs to coordinate faculty and fellow recruitment visits, hires, and manage travel and itineraries for faculty and staff recruits

Recommend policies for program operations and advise faculty and administrators on the interpretation, application, and implementation of new or revised rules, policies, and procedures

Make suggestions to the Chief of assigned divisions to ensure efficient operations and achieve cost savings

Create and periodically update divisional organizational charts, prepare annual faculty evaluation letters, and coordinate quarterly check‑ins with staff

Serve as the administrative assistant to the Division Chief of CMT, assisting with special projects related to budgetary issues, scheduling, reporting, and the Chiefs’ administrative roles across all divisions

Work with Division Chiefs on special reporting required by the College of Medicine related to faculty effort and assignments

Provide administrative support to faculty, teams, ops, and non‑grant administration fiscal support

Completing tasks as assigned to achieve programmatic objectives; satisfying annual competencies as required by the University of Florida and other governing bodies; participating in professional development and continuing education; other duties as designated by Chief and Assistant Director

Non‑Grant Administration Fiscal Support

Keep track of residual, overhead accounts, and the chair’s commitments for the Division of Cellular & Molecular Therapy

Keep a log of all accounts; track spending and balances

Assure that spending is conducted in a timely manner and that it does not exceed allowable budgeted amounts

Assist the PI with purchases from indirect and commitment dollars; monitor balances

Grant Administration Fiscal Support

Monitor assigned grant projects within the Division of Cellular & Molecular Therapy and follow procedures related to the funding source

Check daily project activities and balances in various categories of expenditure as awarded by the granting agency

Monitor expenditures for compliance with cost accounting standards and authorize re‑budgeting of funds to different categories for the proper and timely progress of the research project

Prepare cost transfers, as necessary, to properly charge/refund research projects

Monitor revenue and receivables

Ensure expenditures and charges are completed on a timely basis to ensure accounts are closed out as required

Core Attributes and Skills

Works independently, multi‑tasks, and attends to details with a high level of quality at all times

Exercises exceptionally good judgment

Works well with others

Meets or exceeds the high standards for administrative staff in personal and professional integrity

No health requirements

Machines and Equipment Used Regularly

Computer

Telephone

Other Information The College of Medicine (COM), Department of Pediatrics has diverse academic missions including research, patient care, clinical service contracts, and the medical education of residents, fellows, medical students, healthcare professionals, graduate assistants, and post‑doctoral associates in the research arena. Criminal background check required.

Compensation and Education Requirements $50,000 - $58,000; commensurate with education and experience.

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

Experience working with the myUFL system (essential)

Fiscal and grant experience

Knowledge

Knowledge of the university’s policies and procedures (essential)

Familiarity with university management (essential)

Familiarity with basic accounting (essential)

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Abilities

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments

Physical Qualifications: None

Other Qualifications

Comfortable working in an electronic environment (essential)

Works independently with minimal supervision

Works effectively as a team member

Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered for this position, please upload your cover letter or letter of interest, resume, and a list of professional references.

This is a time‑limited position. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised:

11 Dec 2025 Eastern Standard Time Applications close:

06 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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