Academic Assistant QE

USD Sanford School of Medicine is seeking an Academic Assistant for the Office of Medical Education. This position supports academic programming in Pillars 2 & 3 of the medical school curriculum through schedule creation and maintenance, administration of online learning management systems, and coordination of a variety of educational activities. The position also serves as a liaison between the regional campuses, FARM program, SSOM administration, clinical faculty, and students.

• Knowledge of modern office/clerical procedure and practices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• Experience with office equipment and software including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Zoom along with the ability to quickly learn new technology platforms such as One
  45 and D2L.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, residents, faculty, and staff.
• Experience working in education.

Pay: $19.00 – $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Term: 12 months. Full‑time position.

State health insurance and benefits, including a retirement plan with a 6% matching contribution, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and 11 paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state‑sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state‑supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Reference List (optional)

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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