Graduate Program Coordinator - Academic Operations

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a program coordinator to independently manage day-to-day operations for the Graduate Program in the Division of Computer Science and Engineering. You will liaise daily with graduate students, faculty, the Division Chair, and staff to support admissions, enrollment, and academic planning.

The role includes student payroll, scholarships, fellowships, course support, travel forms, and coordination of dissertation proposals and defenses, seminars, and industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree with related experience.
• Experience in academic administration is preferred.
• Candidates should be able to coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day academic and administrative operations for the Graduate Program.
• Serve as primary contact for graduate students, faculty, and staff.
• Prepare admissions materials, oversee enrollments, and maintain student records.
• Administer academic requirements, review course loads and degree plans.
• Coordinate dissertation proposals/defenses, scholarships, and fellowships.
• Assist Graduate Advisor and coordinate graduate program communications.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

2 years related experience

Job description

Louisiana State University is seeking a program coordinator to independently manage day-to-day operations for the Graduate Program in the Division of Computer Science and Engineering. You will liaise daily with graduate students, faculty, the Division Chair, and staff to support admissions, enrollment, and academic planning.

The role includes student payroll, scholarships, fellowships, course support, travel forms, and coordination of dissertation proposals and defenses, seminars, and industry