Vol. 18, No. 37	July 22, 1999

- #00S003 Secretary (S-04), IT-User Services-Minimum, $16,839 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' experience in a clerical or secretarial position. Additional secretarial training or related education may be substituted for required experience. Secretarial training preferred. May require dictation and/or transcription skills. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, business English and proofreading skills. Maintain records, prepare reports, word processing, communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages/backgrounds. Process paperwork for large miscellaneous wage payroll. Knowledge of spreadsheets. Keep department attendance records, perform clerical tasks related to Data Center; sort and distribute mail, receive and verify deliveries; maintain staff equipment list. University and customer service experience preferred. Perform other related duties as assigned. DEADLINE: July 26.

- #00S004 Administrative Assistant (R-07), Employee Training and Career Development-Minimum, $20,594 per annum. LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field with five years' progressively responsible administrative experience. Related progressive experience beyond a high school diploma or G.E.D. may be substituted for education or additional related education may be substituted for required experience. Knowledge of the principles and practices of office management; knowledge of unit programs, policies and procedures preferred. Use advanced techniques in spreadsheet, database and/or presentation software and the ability to communicate and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Experience with HTML essential. DUTIES: Develop and maintain department web pages. Generate ad hoc reports through Supernatural or other reporting tools for merit and service award programs. Receive bids and purchase service awards. Coordinate printing needs, catering and logistics for service award presentations. Coordinate meeting schedules for PAC/SSAC, disseminate minutes and coordinate elections. Schedule new hire employees for orientation. Analyze unit financial transactions and recommend approvals using established guidelines. Perform clerical, secretarial or records processing duties. Maintain files for the University training programs. DEADLINE: Aug. 2.

- #00S007 Medical Services Representative (S-05), Student Health Services-Minimum, $8,973 per annum. This is a 50 percent-time position with a total of 18.75 hours per week. Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:15-5 p.m. THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of a high school diploma or GED with three years' clerical experience involving public contact. Medical office program training, knowledge of medical terminology, ability to interpret medical records and previous patient interaction preferred. Requires basic computer skills including word processing; high level of accuracy and attention to detail; sensitivity to the needs of others; and the ability to maintain good public relations, communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass data entry test. DUTIES: Input student data pertaining to the mandatory MMR and PPD immunization requirements. Interview patients to obtain pertinent registration information. Assess patients' needs and schedule appointments. Answer, screen and refer calls to medical staff using a multiline telephone system. Maintain daily patient sign-in and medical census tracking. Document test results and inform physicians and nurses of results. Coordinate medical transportation services. Maintain inventory of office supplies and materials and assist with bulk mailing of health announcements, brochures, forms, etc. Provide direction and assistance to medical records clerk. Prepare forms, letters, and compose general correspondence. May calculate fees for students/billing slips. May supervise student and/or miscellaneous wage employees. Other related duties as assigned. DEADLINE: July 26.

- #00S009 Senior Secretary (S-05), Physics and Astronomy- Minimum, $17,945 per annum. LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with three years' experience in a secretarial position. Secretarial training or related education may be substituted for experience. Experience in the University environment preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, business English, proofreading and editing skills. Experience with electronic information systems. Create and maintain databases/spreadsheets and use intermediate word processing techniques. Communicate and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. DUTIES: Compile data and generate routine reports. Excellent word processing skills, advanced Latex highly desirable and the ability to download and convert web documents and/or files a plus. Share information and be supportive in a busy work environment. Perform a variety of secretarial duties; handle confidential and non-routine matters. DEADLINE: July 26.

- #00F001 Assistant Professor, Business Administration-Tenure-track position in business policy and strategy. Beginning fall 2000. Completed a Ph.D. degree on or before Sept. 1, 2000. Demonstrated record of publication in the top journals in business policy and strategy, be pursuing a nationally visible research program and have evidence of highly effective teaching. Teaching includes MBA and undergraduate corporate policy courses with potential involvement in an active executive education program. Secondary teaching interests in international business/entrepreneurship/ organizational development would be a plus. Teaching load, two classes per semester. Excellent support for research from discretionary budget and summer support is included. CONTACT: Send a resume, three letters of reference and summaries of teaching performance to Daniel Sullivan, Department of Business Administration, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Nov. 1.

- #00F002 Assistant Professor, Business Administration- Tenure-track position. Beginning fall 2000. Must have completed, or anticipate completing, a Ph.D. on or before Sept. 1, 2000. Should possess demonstrated record of publication in top journals in human resource management, nationally visible research program and have evidence of highly effective teaching. Teaching responsibilities include MBA and undergraduate human resource management courses. Secondary teaching interests in labor/industrial relations would be a plus. Teach two classes per semester. Excellent support for research from discretionary budget and summer support. CONTACT: Send a resume, three letters of reference and summaries of teaching performance to John E. Sawyer, Department of Business Administration, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Nov. 1.

- #00F004 Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering-Tenure-track position. Research interests in musculoskeletal biomechanics, neuromuscular biomechanics, rehabilitation robotics or rehabilitation engineering. Doctorate in engineering or a closely allied field required. Although the position is at the assistant professor level, exceptional candidates will be considered for appointment at the associate professor level. The candidate will strengthen ties between the mechanical engineering and physical therapy departments. Available Sept. 1, 2000. CONTACT: Submit a curriculum vitae, names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Thomas S. Buchanan, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716-3140. DEADLINE: Dec. 1.

- #00F005 Assistant Professor, Materials Science and Engineering-A junior faculty position in electronic and magnetic materials, polymers, inorganic materials, materials chemistry or biomaterials/ biomimetics. Tenure-track faculty position. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. degree in materials science or related field, qualified to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in materials science and willing to develop a world-class research program which includes collaborations with existing materials-based groups within the University and in local industry. Enjoy teaching and mentoring students. Independence in the choice of research areas as evidenced by quality publications and the submission of a clear research plan is an important part of the evaluation process. CONTACT: Send resume, description of proposed research and three letters of recommendation to John F. Rabolt, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Spencer Laboratory, Room 301, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. Review and processing of applications begins on Oct. 15 and will continue until the position is filled.

- #00F006 Assistant Professor, History-Tenure-track appointment in the history of modern France (from 1815) and/or French Empire. Effective September 2000. Ph.D. required. Teach the world history survey and lower-level and advanced courses in fields of specialization. CONTACT: Send letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to John J. Hurt, Chair, French History Search Committee, Department of History, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. Curriculum vitae and letters of recommendation shall be shared with departmental faculty. DEADLINE: Oct. 11.

- #00F007 Assistant/Associate Professor, History-Beginning September 2000. Ph.D. in history required. Teach courses with a comparative or global emphasis. Direct University's history/social science education program at the undergraduate and graduate levels, teaching a methods course for students preparing to teach grades 7-12, and (in conjunction with the School of Education) supervise student teachers. Active and continuing interest in historical research and be prepared to teach courses in area of research. Experience working with secondary school teachers and students will be an important consideration. CONTACT: Send letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference to Anne M. Boylan, Chair, History/Social Studies Education Search Committee, Department of History, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. Curriculum vitae and letters of recommendation shall be shared with departmental faculty. DEADLINE: Oct. 11.

- #00P001 Junior Buyer (Level 12), Purchasing-LIMITED TO UNIVERISTY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Serve as resource for vendor and commodity information. Provide support to two assistant directors and director, and work as an advocate for assigned University units in procurement activities. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree (with emphasis in marketing, business administration or economics preferred) with two years' relevant experience, or an associate degree or equivalent college credits and four years' purchasing experience. Experience may be substituted for required education. Analytical and basic computing skills, to include word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting department policy, rules, regulations and procurement procedures. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Communicate orally and in writing. Familiar with University systems, policies and procedures. DUTIES: Resolve typical procurement problems with ordering, delivery and invoicing. Develop proposal documents, review contracts, analyze bid and quotations and evaluate competitive product offerings. Represent the University professionally at product shows and on-site visits. CONTACT: Send resume and references to Charlene Benson, Search Committee Chair, 110 General Services Building, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #00P002 System Specialist (Level 13), Human Resources Systems Administration- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources management or computing, and two years' related experience (PeopleSoft experience preferred). Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and electronic communications software. DUTIES: Provide technical support for the PeopleSoft product with particular emphasis on end-user training and Help Desk services for members of the University community. The Help Desk will be the initial problem resolution point for all PeopleSoft-related issues as well as processing problems or questions. Research, write and design training documents, handbooks and tutorials as well as oversee the system reporting function. CONTACT: Send letter of interest, resume and names of three references including addresses and phone numbers to Anna Bloch, Chair, Search Committee for HR System Specialist, HR Systems Administration, 87 East Main St., Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: July 30.

- #00P003 Research Specialist (Level 11), Psychology- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in psychology or the related fields of linguistics or education. Experience recruiting and working with children and parents in a research setting. High degree of independence and competence in a wide range of duties. Research experience in conducting original empirical experiments, some degree of expertise in using basic computer packages and expertise in preparing videotaped materials is strongly preferred. DUTIES: Oversee the workings of a laboratory conducting research in cognitive development and language learning to include coordinating the running of multiple experiments, constructing experimental stimuli, subject testing, compiling and analyzing statistical data and assisting in data preparation and presentation. Visit local preschools and hospitals. Contact: Send cover letter, resume, and references to Barbara Landau, University of Delaware, Psychology Department, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: July 26.

- #00P004 Administrative Coordinator, Weight/Strength Programs (Level 12) Athletics/ Recreation Services-Full-time, 12-month position. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field, at least two years' experience in intercollegiate athletics strength and conditioning programs, NSCA certification (strength and conditioning specialist), first aid/CPR-certification and strong organizational, communication and computer skills. Athletic training (NATA) certification and Delaware state license strongly preferred. Knowledge of NCAA rules preferred, willingness to comply required. DUTIES: Administration of overall strength and conditioning program, serving as a head weight/strength coach, including development and implementation of programs, management of weight facilities, supervision and training of staff and other related assignments. CONTACT: Send letter of application, resume, transcripts and list of three references including address, telephone number and relationship to applicant to Mary Ann Hitchens, Chair Search Committee, Delaware Field House, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Aug. 13.

- #00P005 Custodial Manager, Facilities Management, Building Services Division (Level 12)- Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 5 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. (bachelor's degree preferred); certification in a nationally recognized cleaning management program. Minimum, six years' custodial supervision; effective supervision, human relations and verbal/written communications skills; strong interpersonal skills. A high degree of cooperation with colleagues in setting, achieving and maintaining divisional goals. Walk/stand for extended period while performing quality inspections and other tasks. DUTIES: Supervise daily custodial services to academic and administrative buildings. Hire, train, supervise, evaluate custodial staff; organize cleaning for special events; budget management and inventory control of supplies and equipment; payroll/record-keeping; enforce safety standards and collective bargaining agreement. CONTACT: Send resume and three professional references to Custodial Manager Search Committee Chair, 143 General Services Building, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: July 30.

- #00P006 Project Leader (Level 15), Center for Disabilities Studies-A grant-funded position continuing until Aug. 31, 2002. Northern Delaware Early Head Start is a federally funded program serving 107 children, ages birth to three years and pregnant women in the New Castle County area. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree required, Ph.D. preferred, in one of the following areas: early childhood, human development, education or other social service area. At least five years' experience managing an early childhood program. DUTIES: Responsible for development and execution of policies and procedures in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, administration of the annual budget, coordination of programmatic planning and goal setting to meet the needs of those families enrolled in NDEHS. Act as liaison with five subcontractors and Delaware state agencies. CONTACT: Send or fax letter of application, resume and three professional references to Martha Buell, Center for Disabilities Studies, 101 Alison Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. Fax: 831-4690. DEADLINE: Aug. 4.

- #00M001 Chef Assistant, ARAMARK-Permanent hourly position for University catering and board dining operation. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. Related experience preferred but not required. DUTIES: Assist in production and preparation of food for student dining plans and catered events. Supervise and schedule food preparation staff. CONTACT: Send or fax resume to Pencader Dining Hall, University of Delaware, New London Road, Newark, DE 19716. Fax: 831-8275. DEADLINE: July 26.

- #00M002 Dining Room Supervisor, ARAMARK-Dining room supervisor needed for University board and retail operations. Three-four permanent hourly positions (day and night shifts) available. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. Experience preferred but not required. DUTIES: Supervise and maintain student dining servers during meal periods. Assist with and ensure smooth flow of services, directly supervise student and hourly staff. Maintain clean and sanitary environment. CONTACT: Send or fax resume to Pencader Dining Hall, University of Delaware, New London Road, Newark, DE 19716. Fax: 831-8275. DEADLINE: July 26.

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