Graduate Studies Coordinator, Physics — Recruitment & Student Support

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Graduate Studies Coordinator in the Department of Physics to support graduate students through admissions, enrollment, and program completion. The role involves coordinating recruitment efforts, communicating with faculty and students, and serving as a liaison for graduate education initiatives.

The successful candidate will provide exceptional customer service, manage applications in Slate, and collaborate with the Graduate Support team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; an Associate degree with 2-3 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; willingness to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide a broad spectrum of support to graduate students from application through conferral.
• Use social media and interpersonal skills to recruit, enroll, support and retain exceptional students for Master's and PhD programs.
• Provide tours to prospective students and meet with them virtually to provide information on graduate programs.
• Represent department and programs at events such as open house and accepted student day.
• Assist Directors of Graduate Studies, Department Chairs, and Graduate Admissions Advisors in recruitment, retention, and management of graduate students.
• Collaborate with the Graduate Support team to maintain policies and procedures within the college.
• Promote ongoing professional development opportunities provided by the Graduate School to students in Natural Sciences and Mathematics sector.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Administrative skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree with 2-3 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

University at Buffalo is seeking a Graduate Studies Coordinator in the Department of Physics to support graduate students through admissions, enrollment, and program completion. The role involves coordinating recruitment efforts, communicating with faculty and students, and serving as a liaison for graduate education initiatives.

The successful candidate will provide exceptional customer service, manage applications in Slate, and collaborate with the Graduate Support team.