Program Operations Lead – Medical Education & Admissions

Harvard University; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Master of Medical Sciences in Therapeutic Sciences (MMSc-TS) to provide comprehensive operational and admissions support. The role is the primary coordinator for MMSc-TS and collaborates with the leadership team to maintain operational excellence throughout the year.

You will manage communications with applicants and students, support marketing strategies, administer admissions processes, and assist with onboarding and visa compliance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience with admissions, higher education, or program administration preferred
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong time management, ability to balance priorities across multiple programs
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to advise students
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite programs

Responsibilities

• Manage communications with prospectives and students, and field program inquiries
• Collaborate with marketing to implement program marketing strategy
• Manage applications and admissions process, including information sessions and admissions committee meetings
• Support student onboarding, including visa preparation and compliance as needed
• Handle curriculum administrative tasks and track educational materials
• Maintain grades and statistics and report to Registrar as appropriate
• Serve as primary contact for student issues for the program and OGE
• Track advising schedules and related documentation
• Plan program events, monthly activities, and larger events (fall symposium, spring event)
• Assist with budget and payment paperwork, and support on-site event setup/breakdown
• Maintain program records (applications, statistics, admissions) and coordinate data for students/alumni/faculty
• Coordinate with OGE on administrative-related items and policies
• Communicate program-specific policies to stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Student advising

Independent and collaborative work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Admissions platforms / LMS

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Master of Medical Sciences in Therapeutic Sciences (MMSc-TS) to provide comprehensive operational and admissions support. The role is the primary coordinator for MMSc-TS and collaborates with the leadership team to maintain operational excellence throughout the year.

You will manage communications with applicants and students, support marketing strategies, administer admissions processes, and assist with onboarding and visa compliance.