Graduate Program Manager

Job Summary

The Graduate Program Manager will serve as the main department contact for all graduate and undergraduate educational endeavors. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Administrative Officer. The primary responsibilities for this position are developing, implementing and managing student and academic services for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine including the Cellular and Molecular Pathology (CMP) Graduate Program (on average enrolls 8-12 new graduate students per year) with overall enrollment of approximately 55 students. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the graduate program including recruitment, training and matriculation of students and course support. Other responsibilities include academic oversight and coordination of graduate and undergraduate courses, program related grant renewals (ie T32), assistance with medical student clerkships and other rotators, as needed, and participation on educational committees.

Responsibilities: Manages the administrative activities of graduate degree program(s) and/or certificate(s). Performs activities which may include: recruitment, admissions, new student orientation, academic advising, monitoring of progress towards the degree, course and/or enrollment management, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, funding, course and/or program assessment, and academic program review. May oversee staff and/or graduate program functions.

20% Serves as the expert resource for applicants, current students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders of an academic program15% Manages the response, support, and advocacy for graduate students while continuously improving the student experience and overall graduate program20% Oversees programming, services, and events to promote professional development and academic success20% Provides comprehensive advising services promoting graduate student success, retention, and degree completion. Advises on programs, graduate education, and university policies, processes, and procedures. Monitors degree progress and assists students in navigating resources and systems throughout the student lifecycle from matriculation to degree completion5% Manages graduate student funding including, but not limited to, fellowships, scholarships, training grants, or assistantships from department, university, and/or outside sponsors. May prepare and/or submit funding proposals10% Maintains compliance with graduate program(s), school/college, and university requirements and technology systems related to admissions, assessment, academic degree progress/requirements, and program review. Makes policy and procedure recommendations and/or changes5% Oversees staff and/or graduate program functions5% Manages the program T32 participating in the annual progress report process as well as grant renewal submissions

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education

Preferred

Master's Degree

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills Required

Excellent organizational skills and ability to exercise initiative when necessaryStrong computer skills particularly with databases, e-learning, word-processing, PowerPoint and computerized student recordsPersonal or professional experiences relevant to effectively and inclusively engaging and building relationships with learners, faculty, and staffMaintains confidentialityAbility to take initiative, coordinate with others, and seek solutions to problems

Knowledge/Skills Preferred

At least one year of experience working with college and/or graduate students providing academic advising, academic support and timetable servicesExperience with the Graduate School and other sources of campus supportKnowledge of University policies and procedures desirable

Work Type

Full Time: 100%

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary

Minimum $53,700 ANNUAL (12 months)

Depending On Qualifications

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/). SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0).

Additional Information

The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1-OPT STEM Extension participants.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Contact

Tia Seguin

tia.seguin@wisc.edu

608-263-3731

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title

Graduate Program Manager(AE093)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH

Employment Class

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number

294884-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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