Temporary Project Recruiter

North Carolina State University•Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

We are hiring a part-time project manager to support an NSF-funded Masters degree program in Biochemistry and related fields. This is a unique program that provides opportunities for low-income Masters degree students to gain research experience and find good jobs in the biotech industry, or continue in the PhD program:

Requirements

Master's degree or Bachelors Degree in biological science (Chemistry, Physics or related field), with a minimum of 2 years of student recruitment or graduate admissions experience.
Experience mentoring college students
Experience with networking/social media
Ability to work a flexible work schedule based on program requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Organized
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in program organization

Responsibilities

Recruit students throughout North Carolina and vicinity to the program. This will include, but not limited to, attending scientific meetings, visiting colleges and universities, and reaching out to various student organizations.
Monitor the progress of students during the two years of their Masters program.
Assist with organizing and teaching a two week on-boarding program to begin two weeks before fall classes start in August.
Maintain the program website and develop online media to advertise the program.
Other activities include facilitating student interactions through informal meetings, and organizing a seminar series for incoming first-year students.