Title: Project Assistant

Employee Classification: Research Assistant

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med

Department: HSC-Peds and Women's Hlth-300740

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The mission of the Department of Pediatrics and Women's Health is to continuously improve the quality and value of our education, pediatric health care, research, and community service programs. We are dedicated to educating doctors and physician assistants and providing the North Texas Community with quality pediatric medical care and community health services.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas Health Science Center Department of Pediatrics and Women's Health is seeking to hire a Project Assistant to join our Team in support of "All for Them", a project working in partnership with school districts, healthcare providers, and other community organizations to make sure Texas adolescents and their families in our communities have access to life-saving resources and accurate immunization information.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and skills in using a range of software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively; perform other administrative/clerical tasks.
• Willingness to acquire competence in new techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health or related field or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Interest in Women's/Maternal Health.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing processes.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties

• Assist the Project Coordinator in the implementation of the vaccination program in area school districts.
• Assist the Project Coordinator in coordinating district-/community-wide clinics in Fort Worth and Tarrant County.
• Engage with parents and community in vaccination outreach events.
• Assist with evaluation efforts, report preparation and submission.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor to meet the ongoing needs of the department.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm; some weekends.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.