Graduate Programs Coordinator - Research & Administration

Tufts University; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University’s Department of Biology in Medford, MA seeks a Program Coordinator to provide advanced support and coordination for the graduate programs. You will manage paperwork, data entry forms, and serve as a liaison for faculty directors and prospective students.

The role involves budget monitoring, event logistics, communications materials, website updates, and alumni outreach, with on-campus work five days a week.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma with 5+ years related experience OR Bachelor's degree with 0-3 years related office experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Keeps track of required program paperwork and documents, responds to inquiries and provides detailed information to current and potential graduate students.
• Organizes and maintains files and databases; designs and updates applications or other forms for data entry.
• Proactively designs and implements systems that improve the administration and execution of the M.S. and Ph.D. program, including serving as intermediary for faculty directors.
• Coordinates graduate student application, review, and admission process.
• Participates in development of program or project marketing, communications materials, and alumni outreach including updating website and social media accounts.
• Coordinates logistics for meetings and events including travel and arrangements for visiting graduate students.
• Monitors program budget
• Supports the operation of the department office and other activities as needed by department leadership.
• Acts as a point person for graduate students providing information and advice

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Tufts University’s Department of Biology in Medford, MA seeks a Program Coordinator to provide advanced support and coordination for the graduate programs. You will manage paperwork, data entry forms, and serve as a liaison for faculty directors and prospective students.

The role involves budget monitoring, event logistics, communications materials, website updates, and alumni outreach, with on-campus work five days a week.