Job Description
The Assistant Director for Undergraduate Research and PhD Program Application in the Office of Undergraduate Academics focuses on providing comprehensive support to undergraduate students in finding research opportunities and guiding them through the competitive landscape of STEM PhD program admissions. This position plays a pivotal role in assisting students in their academic and career development.
Responsibilities of the Assistant Director for Undergraduate STEM Research and PhD Program Application include actively seeking and identifying undergraduate research opportunities, scholarships, and fellowships. The coordinator works closely with students to assess their research interests, academic performance, and long-term aspirations, providing personalized guidance and recommendations.
The Assistant Director also supports students in preparing strong applications for STEM PhD programs. This includes assisting with crafting personal statements, refining research proposals, and offering guidance on selecting suitable programs and potential faculty mentors. The coordinator follows the latest requirements in STEM PhD admissions, offering insights and strategies to enhance students' chances of securing admission to their desired programs.
The Assistant Director will also organize workshops, informational sessions, and networking events to educate students about research opportunities, the application process for graduate programs, and resources available to support their academic journey.
The ideal candidate for this position possesses a strong understanding of STEM research, graduate admissions processes, and the academic landscape. They have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively mentor and guide students. Additionally, they should be well-connected within the academic and research community to foster partnerships and cultivate opportunities for undergraduate students.
A successful candidate will meet the following requirements:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree and preferred a master’s degree.
- A minimum of 5 years of related advising and program management experience.
- Experienced in teaching or leading workshops.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Demonstrated strong leadership and mentorship skills.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills.
- Preferred science or engineering background, or prior experience working with pre-health, pre-law, or predoctoral students.
Additional details of the position are noted below:
Pre-Doctoral in STEM Program Support
- Serve on Predoctoral Advisory Committee with faculty and staff. Manage all aspects of it.
- Work closely with the Dean of Undergraduate Education; develop communications to holistically describe the opportunities for attending graduate student pre-application workshops and visit days. Maintain an external website and internal Canvas page with advising guides and timelines for predoctoral program students.
- Communicate undergraduate research and fellowship application opportunities.
- Organize workshops to assist students in applying to PhD programs in STEM, including guidance on course selection, application preparation, and letters of recommendation.
- Recruit students to the program and maintain a listserv of them in Workday.
- Maintain records of current students and alumni (including application, enrollment, and outcome data).
Support the Office Mission
- Collaborate with other student service departments on orientation, advising, registration, and support programs, services, and processes for undergraduate students as needed.
- Perform other tasks assigned by the Dean of Undergraduate Education as needed.
Department
Undergraduate Education
General Submission Guidelines:
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