McNair Scholars Program Lead - Grad School Prep & Research

California Lutheran University; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

California Lutheran University is seeking a dedicated McNair Scholars Program Coordinator to co-develop and implement program activities and data collection. You will assist students with lab participation, independent research, internships, and conference presentations, while coordinating with SSS, EEIR, and OURCS offices.

This is grant-funded for 12 months with continuation contingent on funding. The role involves organizing day-to-day services, recruiting eligible undergraduates, and managing

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in student personnel administration, counseling/guidance, or related field.
• Three years’ experience in program development and coordination.
• Experience with first-generation, low-income students is preferred.
• Familiarity with TRIO programs is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate day-to-day McNair Scholars services and workshops.
• Assist with recruitment of eligible undergraduates from diverse backgrounds for doctoral paths.
• Support development and implementation of activities and services for McNair Scholars; assist graduate admissions prep.
• Maintain student portfolios and progress measurements; document program participation.
• Coordinate travel to conferences and manage newsletters, website, and social media posts.

Skills

Program development

Coordination

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

California Lutheran University is seeking a dedicated McNair Scholars Program Coordinator to co-develop and implement program activities and data collection. You will assist students with lab participation, independent research, internships, and conference presentations, while coordinating with SSS, EEIR, and OURCS offices.

This is grant-funded for 12 months with continuation contingent on funding. The role involves organizing day-to-day services, recruiting eligible undergraduates, and managing