Academic Coordinator - Arts & Sciences

Washington University in St. Louis • Washington, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Work with the Global Studies (GS) program director, faculty, and staff to administer the GS undergrad and fac research programs. Teach GS courses. This position will supervise three staff members – the admin coordinator, the program coordinator, and the FWS undergrad student(s) and work closely with the other faculty, staff, and post-doc fellow(s), to ensure the smooth functioning of the GS program.

Requirements

• Phd Or Terminal Degree Or Combination Of Education And Experience May Substitute For Minimum Education.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Not Applicable
• A driver's license is not required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in a related academic field.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of interdisciplinary approaches to global studies.
• Teaching and advising experience.
• Social Sciences experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff and students.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Academic Advising
• Analytical Thinking
• Building Rapport
• Collaboration
• Confidential Data Handling
• Cross-Functional Work
• Curriculum Development
• Data Analysis
• Data Compilation
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Education Policy
• Interpersonal Communication
• Oral Communications
• Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Teaching
• Teamwork
• Written Communication

Responsibilities

• Interdisciplinary Research Program Identify grants and other funding sources for interdisciplinary research and assist faculty with applying for them.
• Administer the Global Futures small grants program.
• Develop and support research initiatives for the program including scheduling meetings, gathering materials, developing the intellectual agenda, and publicizing program-sponsored events.
• Coordinate collaboration with the Office of Undergraduate Research.
• GS Program Administration Serve as a major advisor for GS majors.
• Supervise and train the Program Coordinator, Administrative Coordinator, and student work-study.
• Approve biweekly staff hours in Workday.
• Coordinate assessment of undergrad program and write reports.
• Submit reports and undertake special projects as required by the director.
• Ensure timely dissemination of program decisions by: Taking minutes at faculty meetings and circulating them to GS faculty. Maintaining records of decisions and updating GS guidance as necessary to reflect changes.
• Maintain the GS faculty handbook.
• Assist with curriculum development and implementation.
• Provide information to and support faculty in their pedagogical roles.
• Work closely with grad students and postdoc fellows in developing their teaching contributions and integrating them into the life of the program.
• Serve as the senior staff for social events for GS majors, including the graduation party and other events for undergrads during the year.
• Serve on the GS Advisory Committee.
• Promote and implement programs to increase diversity in the major.
• Teaching Participate in the intellectual life of the GS Program.
• Teach up to the equivalent of two classes per term: One course per semester shall be a GS required course. One course per semester shall be in the applicant’s field of expertise.
• Other duties and special projects in support of the program coordinator as assigned.

Benefits

• Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree