Hybrid Graduate Programs Coordinator (MURP/PhD)

University of California San Diego; United States; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego invites applications for a Graduate Program Coordinator in the Department of Urban Studies and Planning. The role oversees two graduate programs, provides comprehensive advising from admission to completion, and supports curriculum coordination and program reviews.

The position manages graduate student financial support, including fellowships and teaching appointments, and contributes to multi-year funding plans to promote student success. Overtime or weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience advising graduate students from admissions to graduation.
• Ability to manage academic budgets and multi-year funding.
• Familiarity with university policies for graduate education.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Administer both graduate programs (MURP and PhD) in consultation with leadership.
• Provide comprehensive advising from admission through completion.
• Coordinate curriculum, course scheduling, and program reviews.
• Manage graduate student financial support and employment options.
• Support multi-year funding plans to sustain student success.

Skills

Graduate program coordination

Academic advising

Budget management

Student services

Communication

Report writing

Job description

UC San Diego invites applications for a Graduate Program Coordinator in the Department of Urban Studies and Planning. The role oversees two graduate programs, provides comprehensive advising from admission to completion, and supports curriculum coordination and program reviews.

The position manages graduate student financial support, including fellowships and teaching appointments, and contributes to multi-year funding plans to promote student success. Overtime or weekend work may be required.