Assistant Director, Academic Programs and Strategic Initiatives

Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position SummaryFlorida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director, Academic Programs and Strategic Initiatives

• Jupiter, FL.The Assistant Director works with the Executive Director of Academic Operations to support graduate and undergraduate training in the life sciences across Florida Atlantic University's northern campuses and manages strategic initiatives in partnership with research institutes on the John D. MacArthur campus in Jupiter, including the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI).

Summary Of ResponsibilitiesAdmissions Coordination: Manage the full admissions process for Jupiter-based doctoral students in the Integrative Biology (IB) and International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) programs, including application management, onboarding, and ensuring compliance with Graduate College policies. Consult with university offices on matters related to admissions, registration, academic standing, student grievances, and degree audits.

Assist the Business Manager with preparation of tuition and fee wire transfer documentation in accordance with the FAU-MPFI Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Graduate Student Advising: Provide academic advising to Jupiter-based IB and IMPRS Ph. D. students, including guidance on academic progress, course planning, registration, financial aid, student accounts, supervisory committee formation, Master's Along the

Way (MALW) requests, and degree completion audits to ensure timely degree progress. Coordinate student meetings and disseminate academic policy updates to students, faculty, and partners in collaboration with Boca-based graduate program staff. Graduate Assistant Coordination: Oversee semester-based assignments of Jupiter-based Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) and Graduate Research Assistants (GRAs), in collaboration with the Business Manager for Jupiter Academic Affairs and the Boca Raton campus-based Lab Coordinator.

Partnership Management: Collaborate closely with the MPFI's education team on graduate student recruitment, advising, marketing, and event planning – including the IMPRS Selection Symposium, student retreats, and cross-institutional engagement. Graduate Program Operations: Work in partnership with Boca Raton-based staff to support graduate recruitment efforts, grants and fellowship submission, and the implementation of enrollment-building initiatives. Liaise across departments and campuses to coordinate communication and orientation for new graduate students.

Workshop and Research Training Coordination: Assist with the planning and execution of advanced research technique workshops, courses, and symposia for undergraduate, graduate, postbac and postdoctoral trainees, in collaboration with MPFI and other research partners. Program Coordination: Postbac & Honors Programs: Support the coordination of the Post-Baccalaureate Program in Life Sciences and the FAU-Max Planck Honors Program on the Jupiter campus. Shared Instrument Scheduling & Industry Partnerships: Manage access and scheduling for shared scientific instruments supplied by Jupiter-based industry partners and used by FAU, MPFI, and UF-Scripps researchers.

Assist in hosting events with industry affiliates related to equipment and research engagement. Instructional Duties: Teach 1-2 courses or workshops annually, as assigned, in neuroscience, life sciences, or professional development for STEM students, including oversight of team-taught courses. Use Canvas and other instructional tools to support course registration and delivery,Perform other graduate education-related duties as assigned.

Including, but not limited to, developing marketing and outreach materials in collaboration with communications and public relations teams. Provide back-up support for SACS accreditation documentation, affiliate and graduate faculty credentialing, and GTA appointment processes on the Jupiter campus. FAU Benefits

And PerksIf Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be Working at FAU has its perks In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Sick Leave Pool Program.

Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion). Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service DayEmployee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty

• Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment.

For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at Living In Palm Beach CountyThe goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live.

View it here: QualificationsMaster's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience required. Preferred Qualifications/SkillsPh. D. or master's degree in a relevant life sciences discipline and at least two years of professional experience in academic program management, student services, or research education coordination.

Salary$65,000 - $75,000 per year. College Or DepartmentJC: Jupiter Enrollment Growth/Administration & Research TrainingLocation:John D. MacArthur Campus

• JupiterWork Days

And HoursMonday

• Friday, 8 a.m.
• 5 p.m.

Occasional evenings or weekends as needed. Application Deadline Special Instructions To ApplicantAPPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:ResumeCover letterOfficial Sealed Transcripts RequiredFinal candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Pre-employment Screenings RequiredSelected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

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