Position Summary

Under the direction of the Program Director of the LSU Health Science Center-School of Public Tobacco Control Initiative (TCI), the Program Assistant will provide support to program managers, field staff, and other team members that are working towards TCI’s mission. The incumbent shall be responsible for coordinating and maintaining information flow for all program related projects, activities, and personnel. This shall include coordinating communication among the program team, affiliated entities, program participants, vendors, contractors, and other collaborators, via calendar management, phone calls, and email correspondence; assisting with scheduling meetings, seminars, and workshops, including preparing agendas, summative minutes and final evaluative reports; and coordinating all program administrative functions to improve quality and efficiency including purchasing and cataloging expenditures, assisting with tracking and managing deadlines, arranging travel and completing related forms, updating Curriculum Vitae and Biosketches, and updating program websites and social media to promote program services. This position requires anticipating needs, thinking critically, and offering solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. This position does not involve developing, implementing, or managing public health programs. This position is eligible for remote work per Chancellor’s Memorandum-73 and School of Public Health Policies.

Please include a cover letter when submitting your application and resume. The starting salary will be based on the applicant’s qualifications with the salary range for this position starting at $43,000.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Health, or a related field and 2 years of relevant or related experience

Master's degree may substitute for 1 year of experience

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans – Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage:  Additional Benefits