Postdoctoral & Graduate Education Coordinator

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health plans

Generous retirement options

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The University of Florida's Office of Graduate Education in the College of Medicine seeks a highly organized Academic Program Specialist III to support postdoctoral affairs. You will coordinate programs, communications, and operations to enhance recruitment, development, and overall experience for postdocs.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Academic Affairs, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, plan events, and promote scholarly wellness while ensuring efficient

Qualifications

• Master's degree and three years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to coordinate programs, communications, and operational activities for postdocs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in higher education or postdoctoral environments.
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations related to Postdoctoral Affairs activities.
• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Dean for Postdoctoral Affairs.
• Develop and implement professional development programs and mentoring initiatives.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, minutes, and follow-ups for committees.
• Plan events, workshops, and networking for postdoctoral scholars.
• Coordinate recruitment logistics and onboarding for postdocs.
• Track participation, outcomes, and metrics; prepare reports.

Skills

Postdoctoral experience

Communication skills

Coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree and 3 years experience

Job description

The University of Florida's Office of Graduate Education in the College of Medicine seeks a highly organized Academic Program Specialist III to support postdoctoral affairs. You will coordinate programs, communications, and operations to enhance recruitment, development, and overall experience for postdocs.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Academic Affairs, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, plan events, and promote scholarly wellness while ensuring efficient