Description

We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to provide sophisticated administrative support to our distinguished faculty and leadership team. In this exempt, full-time position, you'll tackle varied and complex challenges while working with substantial autonomy on high-impact programs that advance groundbreaking research.

Position Number: S98500

This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $46,870 - $56,250 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide advanced administrative support for complex programs and research initiatives
• Analyze, organize, and coordinate processes and procedures to optimize efficiency
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Support faculty members and institute leaders in achieving strategic objectives
• Streamline workflows and enhance operational effectiveness across I-DISC
• Coordinate communications and logistics for various programs and events

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Communications or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three to five years related work experience
• Experience in Higher Education Administration, Office Management, Event Management, and/or Research Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Experience supporting faculty or senior-level administrators preferred

As a top-tier research university, Lehigh offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and generous paid time off. Our beautiful campus in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, provides a collegial atmosphere where professional growth is encouraged and work-life balance is valued. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university's mission.

Join Lehigh University's cutting-edge Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems and Computation (I-DISC) as an Administrative Specialist and become part of a dynamic team shaping the future of technology and innovation! Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
• The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor
• This position is funded by soft dollars; there is no severance associated with this position
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed
• This position has fiscal or financial responsibilities other than employee expense activity, such as processing or approving transactions; monitoring or preparing budgets; or generating income for University

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

Advertised: October 20, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: