Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs jobs in Somerville, MA

Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250 graduate and professional students.  Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 888 full-time and 1,281 FTE faculty, 2,711 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.5 billion.

Assistant Director, Undergraduate Programs - Psychology & Neuroscience
Full-Time Equivalent Hiring Range: $55,850 to $69,800; salary commensurate with relevant experience.

Provide direct support to the Chair of the Psychology and Neuroscience Department and the Director of Undergraduate Studies to implement undergraduate programming in psychology and neuroscience for approximately 1000 majors and additional students who will complete coursework as part of their broader education at Boston College. Provide direct and ongoing academic advising and engagement with students, in close collaboration with the Director of Academic Advising. Create events to showcase undergraduate research opportunities and students’ research experiences. Organize career and professional development programs for undergraduate students. Manage communications between psychology and neuroscience faculty and undergraduate students. Work closely with multiple departments across the university to support student success. Assist and support department activities.

• Bachelor’s degree is required, with familiarity with Psychology and Neuroscience preferred
• Two years of professional experience, preferably in an academic or research setting
• Demonstrates a high degree of initiative
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills and use of Google applications
• Knowledge of University systems
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines
• Experience with handling confidential and sensitive matters