Academic Program Coordinator (Longitudinal Clinical Experience Program)-Curriculum Development [...]

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,647 - 82,297; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Competitive retirement/pension benefits

Generous paid time off

Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate programs

Job summary

A public university in New York is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator to provide administrative support for the Longitudinal Clinical Experience program. The role involves coordinating student placement at LCE sites, maintaining records, and communicating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills, with a preference for those with prior experience in medical education. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, alongside competitive salaries ranging from $48,647 to $82,297, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Two years of experience in medical/allied-health education preferred.
• Administrative support experience in a clinical setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with students regarding LCE requirements.
• Maintain student performance data for departmental reports.
• Coordinate student placement at LCE sites.

Skills

MS Excel spreadsheet programming

Google documents proficiency

Excellent oral and written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

The CUNY School of Medicine (SoM), located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7-year program) and a Physician Assistant Master’s Degree (27-month program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school’s mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on recruiting those who are underrepresented in the field of medicine and on training high-quality, culturally competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York’s medically underserved communities. As a significant priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to reflect the diversity of our student body more closely.

JOB SUMMARY

The Academic Program Coordinator provides administrative support for the M1 Practice of Medicine's (POM) Longitudinal Clinical Experience (LCE) program. The role reports to the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Assessment. Administrative duties include coordinating student placement at LCE sites, maintaining attendance records, assisting in recruitment efforts to identify new LCE sites, and maintaining relationships with current sites by communicating with Site Managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate with students regarding LCE requirements and assessments.
• Communicate with the Office of Student Affairs regarding student compliance responsibilities at sites, such as onboarding requirements.
• Maintain student performance data for departmental reports.
• Support the Practice of Medicine faculty with administrative tasks associated with the POM course sequence when assigned, such as scheduling POM course meetings, recording meeting minutes, and sending communications to attendees.
• Create and edit POM related documents and presentations for assigned Practice of Medicine faculty.
• Perform various administrative support duties, as assigned by managers, when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with MS Excel spreadsheet programming and maintenance.
• Experience with Google documents such as Forms and Sheets. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and accurately complete tasks independently.
• Two years of experience in the medical or allied-health education (preferably in a clinical setting) highly desired.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively with all levels of faculty and staff, both within the School of Medicine, external clinical training sites and partners.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

• Provides basic operational and analytical support related to a college’s specialized academic program.
• Manages office records including program files; prepares reports and surveys; collects and maintains statistical data on program activities.
• Serves as liaison to various college offices to provide service delivery and appropriate referrals to students.
• Collects and reviews syllabi to ensure compliance with standards.
• Serves as resource person for students and faculty regarding program policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

JOB TITLE

Academic Program Coordinator CUNY

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $48,647-$82,297

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID: 31457 or Title: Academic Program Coordinator. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Applicants must attach a resume and cover letter.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. RESUME REVIEW WILL BEGIN ON JANUARY 12, 2026.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

JOB ID

31457

LOCATION

CUNY School of Medicine