Program Coordinator II – Early Career Education Programs
- Requisition no: 541447
- Work type: Full Time
- Location: Medical Center
- School/Department: Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Grade: Grade 104
- Categories: General Administration
- Job Type: Officer of Administration
- Bargaining Unit:
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Standard Work Schedule:
- Building:
- Salary Range: $68,000-$78,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center (HICCC) seeks a Program Coordinator II to support early career education programs such as Youth Enjoy Science Training in Health Equity, Highlighting Environmental Inequities, & Growing neighborHood Teachers and Students (YES in THE HEIGHTS). YES in THE HEIGHTS is a summer internship for high school and undergraduate students that aims to increase the pool of under-represented and under-resourced youth entering STEM fields.
The Program Coordinator II is charged with the coordination, implementation, evaluation, communication, and enhancement of early career education programs. As a Program Coordinator II, you will play a crucial role in advancing our mission to diversify and empower the next generation of STEM professionals.
Responsibilities
- Program Coordination:
- Onboard program participants, assisting with the completion of all hiring requirements, background checks, and medical surveillance.
- Schedule program activities, including weekly journal clubs, pathology workshops, shared resource tours, and team-building events.
- Set-up payments for external collaborators involved in the program.
- Create the application, disseminate it to partner schools and organizations, and assist in screening applicants.
- Order promotional materials for the program.
- Communication:
- Act as the main point of contact for program participants and mentors.
- Maintain relationships with program participants by providing support, answering questions, and assisting with issues.
- Communicate regularly with program participants and mentors, promptly addressing and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Update promotional program materials, including flyers, presentations, and web materials.
- Surveys and Reports:
- Modify and send out surveys to program participants, analyze results, and create comprehensive reports.
- Track outcomes of the program, including monitoring the progress of program alumni and their accomplishments.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience plus 3 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
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Master's degree preferred.
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Pays close attention to detail, and a high degree of proficiency with computer software (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, project management tools).
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple programs and initiatives.
Other Requirements
- Proven experience in program coordination, preferably in educational or research settings.
- Familiarity with cancer research and a passion for promoting diversity in STEM fields.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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