Penn State University · 4 hours ago
Assistant Program Director
Penn State University Park
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$51K/yr - $74K/yr
6+ years expThe Pennsylvania State University is seeking an innovative and energetic professional for the position of Assistant Program Director for the Millennium Scholars Program. This role focuses on providing academic coaching and support to undergraduate students, particularly first-year students, to help them achieve their academic and professional goals in STEM fields.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provides academic coaching and support to about 150 undergraduate students participating in the Millennium Scholars Program, with a special focus on first-year students and their unique needs
Assists students in meeting program requirements through specialized counseling and instruction regarding professional development, obtaining research experience, participation in professional conferences, and preparing for strong academic outcomes
Plans, prepares, and implements a series of ongoing workshops, programs and events including the 6-week, residential, math-intensive summer bridge, scholarly visits to research facilities, and individualized advising, counseling and mentorship
Provides weekly seminars and instruction on topics relevant to academic and summer research preparation such as selection of labs/programs, interview skills, personal statement preparation and the REU/internship application process
Assists in managing the MSP tutoring program with responsibility to identify and match tutors with MSP scholars and provide support and training for tutors
Works with students, advisors, associate deans and faculty in six colleges (Eberly College of Science, Agricultural Sciences, Information Sciences and Technology, Engineering, Earth and Mineral Sciences, Health and Human Development)
Engaged with residence life, financial aid, and the Millennium Scholars Program Steering Committee
Visits, works with, and shares best practices with counterparts at other universities, enabling all programs to be more effective in increasing the number of undergraduate students academically prepared to become Ph.D. scholars
Positively and directly impacts the retention and graduation rate of students in STEM at Penn State
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree
6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Preferred
Ph.D
Experience in STEM intervention programming
Demonstrated understanding of educational access
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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