Columbia University · 4 hours ago
Associate Director, Career Development and Industry Relations
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$95K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expColumbia University is seeking an experienced, strategic professional to serve as the Associate Director of Career Development and Industry Relations for the MA in Statistics program. This role provides leadership and oversight of career development, professional growth, alumni engagement, and industry relations initiatives, supporting a population of over 600 students.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic guidance and oversight for all career development and professional growth initiatives within the MA in Statistics program
Manage the career coaching services within the Statistics Department, supporting MA students and providing training to MA staff who also deliver career coaching
Develop and implement strategic solutions to scale career coaching services within the Statistics Department
Collaborate with the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences Compass and develop proposals to establish partnerships with other university-wide career services offices, including but not limited to Columbia Engineering and the Business School, to enhance support for student and alumni outcomes
Monitor trends in student career outcomes, labor markets, and alumni engagement to inform strategic planning and program enhancement
Ensure effective integration of career and professional development initiatives with academic programming, student recruitment, and alumni engagement
Provide input on communications, reports, and high-level program materials, contributing insights for internal and external stakeholders
Manage large-scale mock interview events, both virtual and in-person, leveraging alumni and employer networks to participate in these sessions
Lead and design the Department’s Professional Development Workshop series, co-teaching with MA Statistics career officers, industry volunteers, and University career services staff
Design and facilitate a virtual Summer Professional Development Bootcamp offered during the summer term for students in the Risk and Financial Modeling Track
Contribute to the professional development content of the MA Statistics newsletter
Lead alumni and student and alumni networking events designed to strengthen alumni relationships and enhance the student experience
Provide leadership for the Industry and Alumni Mentorship Program, guiding its growth to maximize access and impact for students
Oversee the Alumni Professional Database, ensuring accurate, up-to-date information and promoting high engagement
Represent the program externally to employers, alumni, and professional networks to enhance career opportunities and program visibility
Create and maintain resume books, proactively engaging industry partners to promote student visibility and opportunities
Build and maintain relationships with industry partners to facilitate their engagement in the MA program’s Capstone Project course and expand internship, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities for students, enhancing practical exposure and employer engagement
Coordinate outreach and manage speaker invitations for the Practitioners Seminar Series
Assist with managing the MA program’s primary email inbox and responding to student inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Support admissions activities during peak periods, as needed
Provide content for the program website related to academics, student affairs, and curricular updates, and regularly review the GSAS program page to ensure the information is up-to-date
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and or equivalent related experience
3-5 years of related experience
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain high confidentiality and professionalism with a client focus
Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills
Attention to detail, research, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Self-starter, a fast learner who can work independently under limited supervision
Work well in an interactive team environment
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Significant experience (5 or more years) in higher education administration, career development, or professional development leadership
Demonstrated ability to lead programs, mentor staff, and manage multiple initiatives strategically
Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills
Proven ability to build partnerships, work collaboratively across teams, and align initiatives with institutional goals
Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment
Knowledge of statistics, mathematics, STEM fields, or related industries
Experience working with international students and diverse populations
Demonstrated success in establishing employer and alumni partnerships
Company
Columbia University
Columbia University is a research institution and Ivy League school for undergraduate and graduate students across various fields
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21.84MKey Investors
ValeNational Institutes of HealthNational Science Foundation
2024-09-24Grant· $0.02M
2023-08-17Grant
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
Leadership Team
Jeannette Wing
Executive Vice President for Research and Professor of Computer Science
Asaf Cidon
Assistant Professor, EE and CS
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