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University of Pittsburgh Academic Administrator in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Academic Administrator
This 2.5-year administrative position supports a National Science Foundation (NSF) Innovations of Graduate Education (IGE) three-year grant awarded to the Swanson School Chemical Engineering Department. The grant involves redesigning the graduate engineering program by breaking the traditional approach to graduate STEM education by creating and validating an approach focused on personalized learning. The grant also involves developing and delivering materials to faculty and administration in other STEM programs so that they can also implement the new educational approach. The personalized approach directly addresses inclusivity issues by removing barriers to participation by underrepresented populations in STEM fields.
Job Summary
Manages all aspects of graduate and/or undergraduate academic administrative matters. Monitors degree completion progress and keeps accurate records. Performs administrative, advisory, and editorial duties. Manages the department admission process, assists with attracting prospective students, and processes student financial appointments.
Essential Functions * Manages all aspects of graduate academic administrative matters related to the NSF-funded program (e.g., class schedules, course catalog, promotional materials, and record-keeping). *
Keeps accurate and complete student records (e.g., maintains database) and ensures students complete the requirements of the funded program.
Performs administrative and editorial duties (e.g., scheduling meetings, taking field notes, and preparing meeting documents).
Assists with student-based activities related to the program.
Serve as a liaison between the department and college administrative offices.
Assists with student concerns associated with the programming and in referring students to needed resources.
Arranges special events (e.g., workshops, travel arrangements). Physical Effort
Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Part-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Academic Administrator Job Family: Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family: Academic Services Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Flexible work schedule Work Arrangement: Flexible work schedule Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Cover Letter PI244303794