Description

Are you ready to be part of a prestigious institution that has been shaping minds and advancing knowledge for over 150 years? Lehigh University seeks a dedicated Administrative Coordinator to provide essential support to our dynamic Chemistry Department.

Position Number: S79180

This position is a Grade: 7 - 37.5 with an approximate salary range of $33,590-$40,320 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:
• Serve as primary receptionist for the Chemistry Department, managing phone calls and visitor interactions
• Provide direct secretarial and administrative support to the Department Chairperson
• Assist faculty with clerical needs and administrative tasks
• Maintain departmental records, files, and correspondence
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and departmental events
• Handle general office duties including data entry, copying, and mail distribution
• Support daily operations under moderate supervision

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• One to three years related work experience
• Experience working in an academic department may substitute for a particular degree.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced academic environment
• Professional demeanor with faculty, students, and visitors
• Experience in higher education setting preferred

Join a community committed to excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth. Our comprehensive benefits include health and retirement plans, tuition remission opportunities, professional development support, and work-life balance in our beautiful Bethlehem, Pennsylvania location. 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 legacy of fostering intellectual curiosity and academic excellence. Your administrative expertise will directly support faculty conducting cutting-edge research and educating the next generation of scientists. 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 the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community
• Will have month of July off

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 29, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: