Graduate Student Coord I
Graduate Student Coord I
Job Summary
The Department of Molecular Pharmaceutics in the College of Pharmacy is looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team. Our department is expanding, and we need a thoughtful, customer service driven individual who will help our graduate student program flourish and grow.
With direct supervision, this position works within a graduate program(s) to coordinate a diverse population of students regarding their academic planning and progress.
This position will assist the University in promoting a climate of respect that cultivates and sustains transformative practices by forging spaces of possibility where people feel safe, valued, welcomed, and respects all students in their quest for individual success through graduate degree programs.
Responsibilities
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Essential Functions
1. Performs administrative tasks to support graduate students. Activities include, but not limited to, record-keeping, program of study coordination, scheduling, course-planning, graduation tracking.
2. Actively participates in campus-based professional development communities, including but not limited to GAPA or other relevant campus-based organizations that directly impact their position.
3. Collects and disseminates information to students, faculty and departments about changes in degree requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.
4. May participate in search committees for new hires in department, including both staff and faculty roles.
5. Participates in programming communities for students within their area. Including, but not limited to activities such as overseeing a mentoring program, student organization, etc.
6. Provides curriculum feedback at the department level. May coordinate course and curriculum evaluations and feedback for graduate committees.
7. Power user for University-wide application review platforms. Coordinate and organize admission portfolios for graduate committees.
8. Participates in recruitment activities for potential graduate student candidates. Processes graduate school applications and coordinates with graduate committees with any interview processes.
9. Acts in partnership with faculty to coordinate scheduling exams, or defenses. Assists students with developing a working relationship with faculty in the assigned program.
10. Participates in events related to graduate programs, graduate student orientation, graduate conferences, and professional development events.
11. Acts as a resource for graduate student roles and is a liaison between the department and the Graduate School on campus.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content. Strong coordination and organizational skills are desired to prioritize conflicting deadlines. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also desired.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN44493B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00283 - Molecular Pharmaceutics
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 31,600 to 45,000
Close Date: 6/17/2026
Open Until Filled:
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