Education Program Coordinator, Pathology and Lab Medicine (Part Time)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Arizona in Tucson invites applications for an Educational Program Coordinator in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This part-time role oversees undergraduate and graduate educational programs, supports curriculum and student engagement, and coordinates academic activities for the department.

The position emphasizes program administration, student services, and data-driven assessment to improve outcomes. Visa sponsorship is not available. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3 years of relevant experience in academic program administration, higher education, student services, or educational program coordination.
• Experience with program assessment, accreditation, grant-funded programs, educational reporting, and event coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and departmental educational programs.
• Support program planning, scheduling, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain program calendars, procedures, and operational workflows.
• Serve as a primary contact for prospective and current students.
• Support student involvement in research, experiential learning, mentoring, and career development.
• Participate in recruitment events.
• Provide administrative support for curriculum planning, course and rotation scheduling, and instructional activities.
• Develop and distribute educational materials, course information, schedules, and student communications.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain program data to evaluate educational outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Prepare reports to support curriculum review, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
• Maintain program records and documentation.
• Support the hiring, onboarding, training, and supervision of student employees, preceptors, and program assistants as assigned.

Skills

Student services

Project management

Communication

Higher education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

D2L/Brightspace

MedLearn

Oasis

New Innovations

Microsoft Office

Job description

Education Program Coordinator, Pathology and Lab Medicine (Part Time)

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the College of Medicine - Tucson is seeking an Educational Program Coordinator. This position oversees and administers the department's undergraduate, graduate, and departmental educational programs. This position is responsible for coordinating academic programming, supporting curriculum and instructional activities, facilitating student engagement and recruitment initiatives, and evaluating program effectiveness. The coordinator serves as a central resource for students, faculty, staff, and external partners, ensuring the successful delivery of educational experiences that support student learning, professional development, and workforce pathways in pathology, laboratory medicine, and biomedical sciences.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Academic Program Administration

• Coordinate and administer undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and departmental educational programs.
• Support program planning, implementation, scheduling, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain program calendars, procedures, and operational workflows.

Student Support and Engagement

• Serve as a primary contact for prospective and current students.
• Support student involvement in research, experiential learning, mentoring, and career development.
• Participate in and help represent the department at recruitment events.

Curriculum and Educational Support

• Provide administrative support for curriculum planning, course and rotation scheduling, and instructional activities.
• Develop and distribute educational materials, course information, schedules, and student communications.

Program Assessment and Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and maintain program data to evaluate educational outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Prepare reports to support curriculum review, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement.

Administrative and Financial Management

• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
• Maintain program records and documentation.
• Support the hiring, onboarding, training, and supervision of student employees, preceptors, and program assistants as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of academic program administration and student services within higher education.
• Understanding of undergraduate and graduate educational programs and student development practices.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and present class and program data and outcomes.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.), databases, learning management systems (such as D2L/Brightspace, MedLearn, Oasis, New Innovations), and student information systems.
• Willingness to gain additional knowledge and skills in specific areas of lesser familiarity.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in academic program administration, higher education, student services, or educational program coordination.
• Experience supporting undergraduate and/or graduate academic programs, including student recruitment, retention, and experiential learning.
• Experience working in health sciences, biomedical sciences, laboratory sciences, or other STEM education environments.
• Experience with program assessment, accreditation, grant-funded programs, educational reporting, and event coordination.

Employment Details

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
• Number of Hours Worked per Week: 20
• Job FTE: .5
• Work Calendar: Fiscal
• Job Category: Academic Administration
• Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
• Rate of Pay: $28.56 - $35.70
• Compensation Type: hourly rate
• Grade: 8
• Career Stream and Level: PC1
• Job Family: Academic Affairs
• Job Function: Academic Administration
• Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Contact Information for Candidates: Dr Mark Nelson | [e-mail]
• Open Date: 10/29/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Compensation Guidance: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

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