Education Coordinator (Jonesboro, AR)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Join UAMS NorthEast Regional Campus as an Education Coordinator and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare education. This dynamic position focuses on developing and delivering cutting-edge, longitudinal education programs that inspire and empower the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Health Sciences, Communications, or related field.
Three (3) years of experience coordinating education programs.
Valid driver’s license.
An effective form of telecommunication

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related field.
Experience in developing and coordinating educational programs and activities, recruiting, mentoring, and advising students, managing pipeline initiatives to enhance representation and success of underrepresented groups in health professions education.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver innovative education programs aligned with UAMS’ mission.
Collaborate with stakeholders to coordinate efforts, events, and calendars.
Engage students through hands-on activities and provide ongoing support throughout their health career journey.
Facilitate recruitment into programs like AHEC Scholars and the Honors Program for Rural & Urban Underserved Medicine.
Collect and track data to document program success and outcomes.
Maintain ongoing contact with students and ensure proper documentation and data tracking according to UAMS and grant requirements.
Track and maintain budget expenses in accordance with grant objectives and program guidelines.
Prepare progress reports detailing program/activity/event progress, participant engagement, SWOT analysis, and budget spending.
Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner.
Collaborate with central leadership to meet ongoing goals and objectives of current and future grant initiatives.
May perform other duties as assigned.