Program Coordinator

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina's Belle W. Baruch Institute for Marine and Coastal Sciences is seeking a Program Coordinator to work with Institute leadership on strategic and operational initiatives that strengthen programs, partnerships, and visibility.

This role will support strategic planning, coordinate symposia and special events, facilitate internal and external communications, and contribute to the development and launch of a new residential academic program, collaborating with faculty,

Qualifications

• Requires relevant experience in program or project management within academia or research settings.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities are essential.
• Experience coordinating events and managing multiple initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and advance high-impact initiatives for the Institute.
• Coordinate symposia and special events, ensuring timely execution and good stakeholder engagement.
• Facilitate internal and external communications and assist with development of a new residential academic program.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Project coordination

Job description

Program Coordinator

Department: CAS Belle W. Baruch Institute for Marine and Coastal Sciences

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range:

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

Be part of an exciting period of growth and innovation at the Belle W. Baruch Institute for Marine and Coastal Sciences. The Project Manager will work closely with Institute leadership to advance high-impact strategic and operational initiatives that strengthen the Institute's programs, partnerships, and visibility.

This dynamic role will support strategic planning, coordinate symposia and special events, facilitate internal and external communications, and play an integral role in the development and launch of a new residential academic program. Working collaboratively with Institute leadership, faculty, staff, and external partners, the Project Manager will help transform strategic priorities into coordinated action and contribute to initiatives that advance the Institute's mission in marine and coastal research, education, and engagement.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• In addition to the required education and experience, preference will be given to applicants with research experience in marine science or coastal ecology.
• Experience coordinating logistics for the success of research initiatives or academic programs.
• Experience in academic program or project management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• In addition to the required education and experience, preference will be given to applicants with research experience in marine science or coastal ecology.
• Experience coordinating logistics for the success of research initiatives or academic programs.
• Experience in academic program or project management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of marine and coastal science research operations, and higher education program or event planning.
• Skills in project coordination, timeline and budget tracking, written and oral communication, and use of standard project management and communication tools.
• Ability to work independently under limited supervision, exercise sound judgment in coordinating multiple concurrent initiatives, and build effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and external partners.

Job Close Date

10/17/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 17, 2026.

EEO Statement

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