Graduate Programs Lead: Academic Strategy & Operations

Northeastern University; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University is seeking an Assistant Director of Academic Programs to develop and execute a strategic plan for the ECE graduate programs (MS, PlusOne, PhD). You will advise students, coordinate admissions data, and liaise with Graduate School and faculty committees to advance graduate education.

The role emphasizes managing course scheduling, program development, and onboarding activities, with a mix of on-site and remote work in a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of four years supporting academic/administrative projects.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead academic program operations and recruitment for MS, PlusOne, and PhD programs.
• Oversee graduate enrollments, catalogs, and data management.
• Coordinate orientation, recruitment events, and onboarding activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrators on new programs and changes.
• Manage tracking of PhD milestones, defenses, and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Northeastern University is seeking an Assistant Director of Academic Programs to develop and execute a strategic plan for the ECE graduate programs (MS, PlusOne, PhD). You will advise students, coordinate admissions data, and liaise with Graduate School and faculty committees to advance graduate education.

The role emphasizes managing course scheduling, program development, and onboarding activities, with a mix of on-site and remote work in a hybrid model.