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The Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician performs clerical, clinical, and communication functions on assigned nursing unit. She/he provides courteous reception on the nursing unit and arranges and coordinates activities for patient care.Essential Duties:Clerical: Has a thorough understanding of and expertise in the use of computer systems. Prints 2130 census for charge RN, 2400 census for census log Checks accommodation codes and makes necessary changes for accuracy each shift and prior to 2130 Updates census log with admissions and discharges (time of occurrence) Completes A/D/T in computer system within 30 minutes Completes downtime procedures accurately Completes repair requests for engineering and biomed Maintains Outpatient stay log Maintains Orders forms Orders supplies weekly and PRN Maintains clean and organized work area Stocks printers and fax machines with sufficient amounts of paperOrder Transcription: Appropriately transcribes all orders, per policy, completely and accurately in a timely fashion. Prioritizes stat orders versus routine orders Notifies RN of all stat orders immediately Scan orders to pharmacy Orders tests via computer entry Transcribes to Kardex Signs, dates, and times upon completion Flags telephone orders for signatures Notifies appropriate department of stat order as applicableCustomer Service Utilizes courtesy, compassion, kindness and honesty while interacting with public, patients and all hospital personnel. Demonstrates above skills in all forms of communications, i.e., in person, via telephone, and in writing Answers phone/call lights courteously, promptly within 3 rings Identifies self by name and unit. Routes all calls/requests to appropriate personnel, identifies on phone reason for transfer and assures connection is made.Medical Records Maintenance Assists with the management of patient records, so that the chart is always in optimum condition. Assists other ancillary personnel in obtaining parts of charts as necessary. Review and assembles the admission chart forms for inpatient record within 20 minutes of admission. Adds appropriate numbers of forms at midnight and when necessary i.e. physician orders, progress notes according to guidelines. Files diagnostic reports behind the designated chart tab as results/reports are received after reviewed by RN. Files lab reports weekly Replaces chart dividers as needed Places discharge and thinned chart in HIM Basket for retrieval.Teamwork/Collaboration: Completes assignments as directed Demonstrates collaboration, congeniality, and problem-solving skills. Maintains an open line of communication between management and other staff while demonstrating a professional demeanor at all times. Attends 80% of unit secretary meetings or reads the minutes within 5 working days. Communicates and clarifies outstanding patient care orders/activities to the oncoming unit secretary. Shows initiative/ability to orient new unit secretaries Assists M.D.s and staff in obtaining computerized hospital and/or patient information. Maintains communication with Charge RN and staff about unit issues. Is involved with and keeps abreast of changes from hospital wide committeesMonitoring Functions Monitors and interprets EKG rhythms consistently and correctly Monitors EEG pattern for signs of seizure activity Notifies RN/Charge Nurse promptly of EKG changes or concerns Never leaves the desk unattended while patients are being monitored Tracks and maintains all monitoring equipment i.e. telemetry boxes and applicable equipment Documents date and time RN notified on rhythm strip.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Successful completion of Medical Terminology exam and basic EKG course.Req Knowledge of medical terminology.Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Preferred Qualifications:Pref 1 year Experience as a Unit Secretary.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $23.00 – $39.10. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Exciting Career Opportunity!The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of USC is seeking an experienced Research Administrator to join the KSOM Office of Research Administration serving the research community of the Keck School of Medicine.Major Job ResponsibilitiesPrepares complex proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.Develops, prepares, revises, and finalizes project budgets, and provides budget justification.Collaborates with the Sponsored Research Offices to ensure awards are set up properly, including cost-sharing requirements.Reviews grant expendituresDevelops and communicates reports supporting project status. Creates effective forecasting and decision aids.Manages contract closeout process and audits inquiries.Serves as a Research Administration subject matter expert.Interprets complex University and government policies. Identifies and implements process improvements.May negotiate and communicate with federal and state sponsors, industry sponsors, other institutions, and/or University schools or divisions in regard to application issues.Maintains currency on changes within legal, regulatory, competitive economic and technology environments which may affect specialized programs. Recruits, screens, hires, trains and directly supervises all assigned staff.QualificationsBachelor’s degreeMinimum five years of experience with sponsored research, NIH preferredProficient in Excel and MS OfficeAble to supervise dynamic teamsExcels at professional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in a deadline driven environment and balance competing prioritiesPrevious work experience in an academic/university and/or research settingThe annual salary range for this position is between $99,645.78-$120,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff members & their families with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans; tuition benefits for staff members & their families; free professional development online courses; Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events. To view more information, please visit: https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/Required Application Documents: Cover Letter and CV/ResumeMinimum Education:
Bachelor’s Degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience:
5 Years
Minimum Field of Experience:
Expert knowledge and fluency of governmental regulations (e.g. FAR, A-21, A-110, A-133,
CAS). Knowledge and ability to understand, interpret, and communicate University policies
and procedures. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills. Excellent analytical
skills; demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools. Strong accounting skills;
knowledge of accounting principles. Expert in project management, including managing
international collaborations and complex multi-sub award contracts. Knowledge of
personnel management, including proposing effort for and training and hiring of students,
post-doctorals, academic appointments, regular staff, bargaining unit staff, and consultants,
along with the circumstances appropriate for each type of position.

Reporting to the organization’s Chief Information Security Officer, the Information Technology (IT) Security Architect supports the overall vision of the Keck Medicine’s Information Security Program. The IT Security Architect is a skilled IT professional who uses his/her deep knowledge of the IT environment and a risk-based approach to design and develop complex IT solutions. She/he serves as the primary liaison between the enterprise IT architects and the systems security engineering teams and coordinates with system owners, and stakeholders on the allocation of security controls. The IT Security Architect works in close coordination with the CTO and CISO on security-related issues, including establishing system boundaries, assessing the severity of weaknesses and deficiencies in IT systems, creating, and tracking plans of action and milestones, designing risk mitigation approaches, and advising on potential adverse effects of identified vulnerabilities. This position will lead IT security architecture activities required for the secure design, development, deployment, sustainment and decommissioning of IT systems supporting an academic medical center. He/she ensures the effectiveness of IT security controls throughout a system lifecycle. The IT Security Architect communicates with and educates IT process owners on the importance of controls, leading practices, and effective control alternatives to achieve compliance with Keck Medicine policy and industry or government regulatory requirements to reduce risk.Essential Duties:Develop and direct IT security architecture documentation and ensure privacy, compliance, and security requirements are met within system solution designs. Own and manage all security architecture processes and initiatives.Develop, implement, and maintain a strategic and tactical vision for Keck Medicine’s IT system and enterprise architectures, as they relate to information security. Establish plans and procedures for assessment of new requirements and develop appropriate standards. Execute continuous process improvement on established architecture lifecycle processes.Assess risk in new architecture designs, ensure related risks are managed to the appropriate level of acceptable residual risk. Track risk throughout system lifecycles.Assist in reviewing and assessing security requirement adherence during system acquisition and integration. Evaluate proposed acquisition designs or system development documentation to ensure they are consistent with Keck Medicine’s information security guidelines. Advise customers and stakeholders on security best practices and conduct risk-based analysis of alternatives that balances security, cost and organizational benefit.Work closely with users, organizational leaders, and IT colleagues to develop short-term (tactical) and long-term goals and forecasts and associated plans to improve security designs so that they meet anticipated needs. Align department goals with organizational vision and goals; communicate and dialogue with staff and organization regarding organizational services initiatives and to incorporate latest advances in security. Emphasize team and cross-departmental focus and behaviors.Coordinate with and advise senior management, CISO and CTO, on security architectures to support information technology (IT) security goals and objectives.Communicate the value of information technology (IT) security throughout all levels of the organization stakeholders. Communicate effectively in writing when describing complex information security and IT concepts.Collaborate with the CISO to design/integrate an information security strategy that outlines the vision, mission, and goals that align with Keck Medicine’s strategic plans.Apply risk-based methods, standards, and approaches for describing, analyzing, and documenting Keck Medicine’s enterprise IT architectureAssess and recognize vulnerabilities in security systems and recommend mitigation strategies to reduce riskApply organizational goals and objectives to develop and maintain IT architecturesRequired Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Degree in in Computer Science or related fieldReq 5 years Minimum 5 years in Information Security.Req 7 years Minimum 7 years of experience in an IT architecture role with strong emphasis on a customer service background (Healthcare and/or Academic industry preferred).Req Experience building project teams and driving change within an organization.Req Experience meeting corporate policies, procedures and standards and regulatory requirements.Req Strong leadership skills with a high level of drive and initiative.Req Ability to work with minimal supervision.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Master’s degree in Computer Science, Healthcare or Business preferredPref Some Project Management experience preferred.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The annual base salary range for this position is $133,120.00 – $219,648.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Exciting Career Opportunity!The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of USC is seeking an experienced Research Administrator to join the KSOM Office of Research Administration serving the research community of the Keck School of Medicine.Major Job ResponsibilitiesPrepares complex proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.Develops, prepares, revises, and finalizes project budgets, and provides budget justification.Collaborates with the Sponsored Research Offices to ensure awards are set up properly, including cost-sharing requirements.Reviews grant expendituresDevelops and communicates reports supporting project status. Creates effective forecasting and decision aids.Manages contract closeout process and audits inquiries.Serves as a Research Administration subject matter expert.Interprets complex University and government policies. Identifies and implements process improvements.May negotiate and communicate with federal and state sponsors, industry sponsors, other institutions, and/or University schools or divisions in regard to application issues.Maintains currency on changes within legal, regulatory, competitive economic and technology environments which may affect specialized programs. Recruits, screens, hires, trains and directly supervises all assigned staff.QualificationsBachelor’s degreeMinimum five years of experience with sponsored research, NIH preferredProficient in Excel and MS OfficeAble to supervise dynamic teamsExcels at professional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in a deadline driven environment and balance competing prioritiesPrevious work experience in an academic/university and/or research settingThe annual salary range for this position is between $99,645.78-$120,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff members & their families with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans; tuition benefits for staff members & their families; free professional development online courses; Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events. To view more information, please visit: https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/Required Application Documents: Cover Letter and CV/ResumeMinimum Education:
Bachelor’s Degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience:
5 Years
Minimum Field of Experience:
Expert knowledge and fluency of governmental regulations (e.g. FAR, A-21, A-110, A-133,
CAS). Knowledge and ability to understand, interpret, and communicate University policies
and procedures. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills. Excellent analytical
skills; demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools. Strong accounting skills;
knowledge of accounting principles. Expert in project management, including managing
international collaborations and complex multi-sub award contracts. Knowledge of
personnel management, including proposing effort for and training and hiring of students,
post-doctorals, academic appointments, regular staff, bargaining unit staff, and consultants,
along with the circumstances appropriate for each type of position.

The Office Supervisor provides direction, supervision, and coordination of office flow and activities. Offers support in coordinating and maintaining files and data activities in an efficient manner. Assists leadership team with Departmental activities, education, distribution of communications, coordination of office activities and services, program development activities, time keeping activities, and creating and distributing reports.This position organizes, coordinates or provides oversight for various projects and functional areas in the ambulatory environment including physician support, assisting in oversight of multiple practice site operations and special projects management. This includes centralized processes such as Rx refill service, transcription support. Serves as liaison to HIM and lead EHR on-site coordinator. Facilitates physician onboarding process. Provides support for expenditure tracking. Essential Duties:LEADERSHIP Provides the daily monitoring of the day-to-day operations of the Internal Medicine administrative staff. Establishes clear job requirements for employees by overseeing the orientation of new employees and maintaining current position descriptions and measurable performance standards and monthly meetings. Provides the hiring, training, counseling, assignment and evaluations of work to staff members with Director’s approval. Oversees and participates in the coverage of department functions during times of illness, vacations, etc.POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: Implements policies and procedures by effectively working with personnel.EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS Acts as a Super User and trainer for the electronic health record. Participates and/or leads change management for implementation of changes to systems. Understands all principles of the electronic patient folder system and maintains/updates policies and procedures for all staff Utilizes Emdat system effectively (processing dictation/transcription). Assists in the processing department payroll/timecards timely Ensures timely and accurate Rx refill request data entry.PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT Participates in continuously assessing and improving departmental performance. Ability to communicate changes to improve processes to the director as needed.COMMUNICATION Communicates effectively intra-departmentally and interdepartmentally. Provides timely follow-up with both written and verbal requests for information, including voice mail and email. Processes and tracks POs, employee timecards, invoices, and other financial documents.EDUCATION/CONTINUING EDUCATION Assesses educational needs of the staff and provides educational needs to the Director to assist in development of education plans for the department. Develops educational materials, inclusive of specific policies and procedures, for training end users. Facilitates physician onboarding process from forms submission to lab coat and business card orders to schedule creation and scheduling of EHR training and clinic orientation.Performs Other Duties as Assigned by Director or designee.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalent.Req 1 – 2 years Administrative operations experience in an outpatient setting.Req Knowledge of EHR, financial systems (Lawson, Kronos, Kuali, etc.).Req Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.Req Organization/time management skills.Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.Req Demonstrates ability to utilize effective, appropriate and diplomatic oral and written communication skills.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).The annual base salary range for this position is $68,640.00 – $112,370.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute is recognized for research contributions in Alzheimer’s disease and stroke, and has interest in other neurodegenerative diseases and stem cell technologies.  State-of-the-art imaging and cellular and molecular methods for studies of brain vascular and neuronal functions are available. The candidate should have experience or training in growing and maintaining cell cultures and with tissue analysis techniques. Experience with human pluripotent stem cells, cell differentiation, cell sorting (MACS, FACS, or similar), labeling, and immunostaining and molecular biology techniques such as qPCR and ELISA, and confocal imaging is preferred. Experience working with animal models and tissues is prefered. Conducts research experiments under supervision of senior lab personnel following laboratory and safety protocols. Maintain accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments, perform data analysis. Plans and conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols. Independently performs non-routine and complex research laboratory procedures and techniques. Selects, modifies or adapts equipment and procedures to specific research needs. Supervises other research laboratory personnel as assigned Provides general laboratory assistance to support research activities. Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols. Performs assignments which are non-routine and vary in complexity with minimal direction. Compiles data and computes results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques.The hourly rate range for this position is $24.46 – $28.12. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Associate’s degree, Specialized/technical training, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 2 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols. Knowledge of computer analysis techniques and ability to provide routine analysis and interpretation of research data.

The Financial Analyst partners with senior staff and department leadership on physician compensation administration as well as the annual operating and capital budget processes. In this role, the Analyst applies strong problem-solving skills and demonstrates a commitment to high-quality customer service responsiveness. The Analyst also collaborates on monthly invoicing, payroll processes for per diem providers, and physician compensation calculations for USC Care faculty and community medical group members. Through this work, the Analyst contributes analysis and decision support that guide the ongoing development of compensation models. The Financial Analyst performs work at an intermediate level to conduct reviews, interprets and analyzes financial data to address a variety of departmental needs. The role compiles and evaluates information from multiple systems, exercising discretion to ensure accuracy, reliability, and applicability of conclusions. The Analyst demonstrates initiative and independence in managing workload and priorities, while contributing to departmental objectives through professional analysis and reporting. Essential Duties:Partner with department leaders in the preparation of physician incentive compensation model calculations and accounting accruals.Collaborate on scenario modeling for physician compensation model changes.Contribute to monitoring and analysis of monthly invoicing and payroll processes for per diem providers.Compile and analyze monthly productivity metrics for per diem providers to support reporting and decision-making.Contribute analytical support and coordination for annual budgeting process.Engage with numerous financial systems, including but not limited to Kaufman Hall, Lawson, Cerner, Showcase, Kronos, QGenda and Enterprise reporting.Research and analyze variances and trends in physician compensation amounts and report findings to the department Finance Manager.Responsible for maintaining security of information: e.g., patient records, salary, staff and legal information in a confidential nature.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Accounting ORReq Bachelor’s Degree Finance ORReq Associate’s Degree with 4 years of experience in accounting or financial analyst experience.Req 1 – 2 years 1+ years of accounting, financial analysis and/or decision support experience.Req Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, and database query engines.Req Demonstrates excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.Req Organization and time management skills.Req Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Master’s degree.Pref Experience in a hospital, medical group, or similar environment.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).The annual base salary range for this position is $60,320.00 – $94,020.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The Manager, Provider Compensation & Financial Reporting facilitates initiatives across Keck Medicine of USC that promote operational excellence and business growth, as it relates to but not limited to, provider compensation modeling, financial reporting, and strategic finance initiatives . The candidate will display leadership and sound organizational and analytical skills, while working collaboratively with operational and clinical leaders to improve operational financial performance as well as managing initiatives that facilitate business growth. The Manager also leads all aspects of the provider compensation program and may provide oversight to the finance program support staff. The Manager also participates in the deployment of the health enterprise strategic finance initiatives, by assisting in developing strategy, KPIs, reporting, project-plan, visualization and huddles for areas the position is actively involved in. The scope of activities for the Manager include the managing of special projects, including but not limited to the operationalization of new technologies and processes, business modeling, program and process development, creating collaborative relationships with all stakeholders, implementing lean design while developing business solutions with stakeholders, managing the strategic finance initiative projects in the organization and analyzing data obtained from numerous information systems and employ the judgment necessary to determine the accuracy and applicability of the conclusions. The Program Manager, Ambulatory Operations Improvement Office facilitates initiatives across Keck Medicine of USC that promote operational excellence and business growth. The candidate will display leadership and sound organizational and analytical skills, while working collaboratively with operational and clinical leaders to improve operational performance as well as managing initiatives that facilitate business growth. The Program Manager also leads all aspects of the MHA Administrative Fellowship program and provides oversight to the MHA residency program for USC students. The Program Manager also participates in the deployment of the Keck Operating System by developing strategy A3, KPIs, project-plan, visualization and huddles for areas the position is actively involved in. The scope of activities for the Program Manager include the managing of special projects, including but not limited to the operationalization of new technologies and processes, business modeling, program and process development, creating collaborative relationships with all stakeholders, implementing lean design while developing business solutions with stakeholders, managing the integration of performance improvement projects in the organization and analyzing data obtained from numerous information systems and employ the judgment necessary to determine the accuracy and applicability of the conclusions. Essential Duties:Facilitates strategic decisions and provides leadership direction within the organization to optimize management of scope, financials and schedule as it impacts project execution.Partners with department leaders, process owners, and clinicians in the organization to create and develop plans; drive results and revise plans as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements while maintaining linkage between projects, business needs and customer priorities.Develops management objectives and policies for business development. Interprets objectives, policies, and procedures.Coordinates the activities of the assigned departments with other departments both within and outside the hospital; Resolves problems with department leaders concerning use of resources; Encourages and maintains open lines of communication with all project stakeholders.Skills in analyzing information/situations, defining problems, articulating logical recommendations and recognizing alternatives and their implications.Leverage hospital data systems to review and analyze financial information for complex difficult and varied management needs.Develops strategy, KPIs, visualization, boards, huddles and area of support.Partners with clinical leadership to evaluate department and provider level productivity and efficiency using actual wRVU productivity and established benchmarks.Maintains and presents Provider Compensation incentive modeling for clinical departments and divisions; including model developments, and benchmarking analysis.Responsible for the development and presentation of executive level financial reporting.Responsible for the development and presentation of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) labor analytics reporting.Responsible for ensuring the maintenance and enhancement of the functionality of provider compensation systems in collaboration with the USC Care Business Intelligence team and the Keck School of Medicine Faculty Affairs department.Responsible for maintaining security of information: e.g., patient records, salary, staff and legal information in a confidential nature.Works with department leader in developing and maintaining initiatives aligned with organizational strategy.Train, mentor, and assist in overseeing junior level staff as needed.Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned or requested.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Degree in a related field.Req 4 years Experience in developing provider compensation models, financial modeling, and financial reporting and analysis.Req Strategic planning and critical thinking skills for problem solving and identification of solutions.Req Proficiency of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management including tools and techniques (formal project planning, risk/issue management, governance, cost/benefit analysis, project change controls, etc.)Req Ability to facilitate working sessions with large, cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams.Req Working knowledge of project managementPreferred Qualifications:Pref Master’s degree (MHA, MBA) Degree or equivalent degree.Pref Project Management Professional (PMP) PMP preferred or other applicable/credentialed project management certificationsPref Experience with Microsoft Visio and Project.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).The annual base salary range for this position is $110,240.00 – $181,896.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine seeks candidates for a Research Scientist to assist in leading a program in oncologic vaccine development. Candidates must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D. degree and a minimum of 5 years experience conducting research in cancer biology/immunology.   Candidates should have expertise in experimental tumor immunobiology in mouse models and be knowledgeable about the cellular and humoral mediators of tumor susceptibility and resistance in the tumor microenvironment. Technical expertise employing genetic tools, FACS and flow cytometry, cell culture, tumor implantation models and protein expression and analysis methods are essential. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to train and supervise undergraduate and graduate students and staff scientists. A collaborative approach to scientific investigation and the willingness to teach are essential. The successful candidate will have a record of scientific publication in peer reviewed journals and be capable (if not already proven) of writing grant applications.  The Keck School of Medicine Department of Pathology is one of the largest pathology departments in the United States.The Department aims to shape the future of pathology as it will be practiced in community hospitals, academic medical centers and clinical laboratories throughout the country.The University offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Shift: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pmSalary Range: The salary range for this position is $108,321.49 – $123,497.52 – $145,823.38. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Minimum Education: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 5 years
Combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum work experience
Minimum Skills: Directly related education and experience in research specialization with highly advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures, analysis methods, principles, theories and concepts.

Demonstrated leadership in developing new ideas and ability to publish in appropriate academic and practitioner outlets.

Demonstrated independent thinking and leadership in scholarly writing according established criteria (e.g., first-authored publications, conceptual leadership in the development of publications generated alone or with others, writing of first drafts of publications and/or single-authored publications).

The Student Health Insurance Coordinator assists prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students and parents with Student Health insurance programs, fees and services. They communicate the various options of student health insurance programs, policies, procedures, requirements, deadlines, etc. to prospective and existing students and their parents via telephone, email, and online platforms. They handle student health insurance matters and provide financial comparisons to assist the student/parent in decision-making. They perform intakes of student problems and refers student to appropriate university student service offices for additional assistance, as needed. Liaises with other offices and university departments on behalf of students to facilitate problem resolution. Presents or assists with presenting a comprehensive overview of student health center services provided by the university at orientations, marketing, and health promotion events.Essential Duties:Counsels prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students and parents on Student Health Insurance plans and mandatory service fees.Provides critical and general information for all divisions within the health center to inquirers such as student health insurance programs, policies, procedures, requirements, deadlines, etc. by telephone, email, correspondence and in-person.Handles student health insurance matters related to coverage, student status, graduation timelines, maximum benefit, out-of-pocket costs, minimum unit/credit requirements and limitations.Evaluates and processes waiver requests by confirming eligibility and benefits to confirm university compliance.Processes optional enrollments in a timely manner.Evaluates student problems and refers students to appropriate student services office for additional counseling, as needed.Liaises with other offices on behalf of students to facilitate problem resolution.Represents student health insurance plan, fees and services at orientations, marketing, and health promotion events.Assist Supervisor as needed with special projects and other duties assignedPerforms other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq 2 years; Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Hospital experience or in a related field.Req Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology.Req Customer/student service experienceReq Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, written and listening skills.Req Experience in high-pressure and multi-tasking environment.Req Flexible schedule and understanding of highly seasonal environment is essential.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s degree Business Administration, Business, or Financials field.Pref Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, written and listening skills.Pref Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and various health insurance typesPref Ability to quickly learn and adapt to software platforms including EHRs and CRMs.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00 – $34.18. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.