McNair Scholars Program Lead: Student Success & Research

Universities of Wisconsin; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Universities of Wisconsin seeks a McNair Scholars Program Coordinator to support students and implement the TRIO McNair grant goals. You will assist with graduate school applications, travel planning, recruitment, and data reporting under the Program Director’s guidance.

The role emphasizes student-facing services, program curriculum design, staff supervision, and collaboration across campus to meet grant outcomes. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Research-based master’s degree is required.
• 2+ years in college/university student services preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive on University business.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal, career, and graduate school advising to participants.
• Co-design curriculum for summer and academic year seminars with mentors.
• Assist with identifying faculty mentors and ensuring training.
• Support graduate school search, applications, and travel arrangements.
• Track academic progress and report to the Program Director.
• Hire/supervise student workers and manage program staff.
• Plan travel, conferences, and open houses for participants.
• Maintain participant data in Blumen and ensure compliance.

Skills

TRIO experience

Event planning

Graduate school advising

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Driving/Vehicle use

Education

Master's degree (research-based)

Tools

Blumen data system

Job description

Universities of Wisconsin seeks a McNair Scholars Program Coordinator to support students and implement the TRIO McNair grant goals. You will assist with graduate school applications, travel planning, recruitment, and data reporting under the Program Director’s guidance.

The role emphasizes student-facing services, program curriculum design, staff supervision, and collaboration across campus to meet grant outcomes. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.