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Proposed Minimum Salary

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Job Description

The Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development and implementation of assigned program.

Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree

Required Experience:

Two years of related experience.

Preferred Education:

Ph.D. in Biochemistry or a related field.

Preferred Experience:

Business management experience, scientific research experience.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.

Job Responsibilities

40%: Using advanced knowledge in a field of science or learning, administer the graduate program in the department of Biochemistry and Biophysics. Monitor and analyze graduate student progress and performances; Prepare academic and advising reports. Implement procedures that improve the graduate experience.

15%: Support recruiting and outreach efforts.

15%: Support admission efforts.

10% : Plan events that relate to the graduate program.

10% : Initiates, prepares and coordinates multi-investigator research training grants. Coordinates career training and advising of graduate students

5%: Administer graduate student travel awards.

5%: Performs other duties as assigned.

Restrictions and Other

Restricted by Patriot Act:

No

D.O.T. regulated:

No

Does this employee customarily and regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment and have the authority to make important decisions?

Yes

If Yes, give percentage of time spent in this capacity:

50%

Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties:

Computer: 40 hrs., Telephone: 5 hrs., Calculator: 1 hr.

Other Requirements or Other Factors

Travel connected with official duties may be required. This may include attendance at night and/or weekend meetings, participation in out-of-county events.

Willingness to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends).

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.