Administrative Coordinator, Biology

Established in 1873, Arts and Sciences is Boston University's largest and most academically diverse unit, encompassing over 8,400 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, 800 faculty members, and 300 staff across 50 departments, programs, centers, and institutes. Our faculty are award-winning researchers, innovative teachers, and dedicated mentors committed to exploring the complexities of our present and past, uncovering new perspectives, and crafting creative solutions to real-world problems. Our staff are dynamic, mission-driven professionals who foster community, inclusion, and belonging to advance every aspect of the college enterprise. Our community thrives on collaboration, bold ideas, and interdisciplinary exploration. This position provides comprehensive administrative coordination and operational support for the Instructional Biology Program, which serves more than 1,600 students each semester across multiple lecture and laboratory courses. Coordinates course administration, academic planning support, exam management, instructional technologies, and student-facing operations in collaboration with faculty, Teaching Professionals, graduate teaching fellows, graduate teaching assistants, and departmental staff. Serves as a key resource for students, instructors, and instructional personnel regarding course-related processes, policies, and systems. Manages confidential student and academic records, supervises student employees, assists with instructional technology platforms, and supports departmental academic planning and course administration. Requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment.

 

 

Required Skills

• B.A./B.S. required, 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Organization, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and general office administration.

 

The Biology Department believes that the cultural and social diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our research and academic programs. To that, we are especially eager to welcome a colleague who supports our institutional commitment to ensuring BU is inclusive, equitable, diverse, and a place where all constituents can thrive. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge that changes the world and provides boundless opportunities to inspire the next generation of leaders. We offer generous benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance, tuition remission, retirement savings, paid time off, and holiday leave.

Required Experience