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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM SPECIALIST, College of Arts & Sciences, Chemistry

Boston University

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM SPECIALIST, College of Arts & Sciences, Chemistry

Boston, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

     

    The Undergraduate Program Specialist provides mission-critical support to the Department of Chemistry. The Specialist works closely with faculty, staff, and students to ensure the success of the department's instructional programming and the undergraduates it serves.

     

    Admissions and Advising: The Specialist coordinates undergraduate orientation activities for new and transfer students, provides advising to first-year undergraduates, and assists the faculty instructor of CH195, Freshman Seminar in the Chemical Sciences.

     

    Administration: Chemistry courses receive over 4,500 enrollments each academic year, supporting the educational objectives of students across multiple University colleges and programs. The Specialist partners with staff and faculty in Chemistry, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Registrar's office, and other units to manage the logistics of the program, including course and exam scheduling, student enrollments, and the accuracy of department offerings in the College Bulletin.

     

    Program Development and Student Support: The Specialist works with the Undergraduate Program Director and the Undergraduate Program Committee to support admitted students, tracking student progress and ensuring that students understand and satisfy program requirements on the path to graduation. The Specialist also serves as the contact point for students enrolled in Chemistry courses and programming, providing resources and assistance. The successful candidate must possess excellent attention to detail; strong time-management and communication skills; the ability to work with students, staff, and faculty from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures; and a commitment to facilitating the education and career development of undergraduates in a dynamic department dedicated to excellence in research and teaching.

     

    Required Skills

     

    A cover letter is required for consideration.

     

    • B.A./B.S. degree
    • 3-5 years of administrative experience, preferably in an academic setting

     

     

    Please note all newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire.  You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions).  For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the Back2BU site.

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    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

     

    Required Experience

  • Qualifications

     

    A cover letter is required for consideration.

     

    • B.A./B.S. degree
    • 3-5 years of administrative experience, preferably in an academic setting

     

     

    Please note all newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire.  You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions).  For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the Back2BU site.

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    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

     

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