Director of Graduate Program Operations - Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences
Quick Summary
Provide administrative and operational oversight for a portfolio of interdisciplinary graduate programs. Coordinate admissions, student services, curriculum and course processes, scheduling,
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Provide administrative and operational oversight for a portfolio of interdisciplinary graduate programs.
- →Coordinate admissions, student services, curriculum and course processes, scheduling, student milestones, and program events.
- →Serve as a resource to graduate program chairs, faculty, students, and staff regarding program operations and University policies.
- →Supervise, train, coach, and support academic program and administrative staff.
- →Establish priorities, coordinate workloads, and promote consistent and effective program administration.
- →Identify opportunities for process improvement and develop solutions to operational challenges.
- →Lead or participate in projects and initiatives affecting multiple graduate programs.
- →Monitor program budgets and assist with financial planning and expense tracking.
- →Build effective relationships with University partners and support Graduate Education strategic initiatives.
Nice to Have
~1 min read- Experience in graduate education or graduate program administration.
- Experience working in interdisciplinary or multi-unit academic environments.
- Knowledge of academic policy, curriculum, admissions, student records, or Graduate School processes.
- Experience with process improvement, strategic planning, or financial management in higher education.
What We Offer
~1 min readThe Huck Institutes offer a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of interdisciplinary research, graduate education, and innovation. You will join a collaborative team dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and continuous improvement.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $59,580.00 - $94,980.00.
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Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $59,580–$94,980 a year
- 14% above the $67,600 median for Other jobs on Jobera (122,652 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 20 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 6, 2026
- First seen
- October 26, 2026
- Last seen
- October 26, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 30%
- Scored at
- October 26, 2026
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