SENIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR, Psychological & Brain Sciences

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator to provide full-time administrative support for its Psychological and Brain Sciences programs. The role involves processing applications, responding to student inquiries, and helping with academic events.

Qualified candidates should have an Associate’s degree, excellent organizational skills, and 1-3 years of related experience. This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the academic journey of students in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in an administrative role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Passion for supporting academic programs.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare applications for review.
• Respond to inquiries from prospective and current students.
• Support planning and execution of commencement and orientation events.
• Assist with special projects as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Spreadsheet management

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

SENIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR, Psychological & Brain Sciences

Full‑time administrative coordinator supporting the Director of Academic Affairs for the Brain, Behavior, & Cognition and Developmental Science PhD and master’s programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and prepare applications for program directors and admissions committee review; input, update, and track graduate application data in spreadsheets.
• Respond to high volumes of inquiries via phone and email, providing clear information to prospective and current graduate students.
• Support the Director of Academic Affairs with planning and executing yearly commencement, orientation events, and various activities for MA and PhD students.
• Assist with special projects as required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s preferred. One to three years of experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond efficiently to a large volume of queries.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet management.
• Passion for supporting academic programs and contributing to students' academic journeys.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.