STEM & Health Profession Pathways Director

Lincoln University; Lincoln University (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln University seeks a STEM & Health Profession Pathways Director to serve as the pipeline architect for STEM careers and advanced education. The role builds partnerships, coordinates experiential learning, and aligns pathways from exploration to graduate study or career placement.

A collaborative bridge between academics, experiential learning, and post‑graduation opportunities is required. The director leads programming, partnerships with medical schools, and employer engagement, ensuring

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Allied Health, Health Sciences or Organizational Development.
• Four (4) years of related work experience.
• Experience managing start-up programs in Higher Education Environment.
• Proven ability to work with multiple departments (union and administration).
• Ability to use a variety of software, databases and application platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a STEM and Health Professions strategic plan aligned with institutional priorities.
• Collaborate with academic departments to identify workforce trends and emerging STEM fields.
• Represent the university at regional and national STEM and health professions consortiums.
• Advise students and develop individualized academic and career plans.
• Coordinate programming and events for STEM and health professions pathways.
• Track and report on student outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Establish articulation agreements and early assurance partnerships with medical schools and graduate programs.
• Coordinate employer engagement activities and alumni mentoring in STEM/health careers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Collaborative environment

Software & databases proficiency

Leadership/initiatives in higher ed

Education

Master’s degree Allied Health, Health Sciences and/or Organizational Development

Tools

Software and databases

Job description

Job Title: STEM & Health Profession Pathways Director

Classification: Professional

Division: Student Success

Department: Center for Career Success and Experiential Learning

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Lincoln University, Pa

Job Summary

The STEM & Health Profession Pathways Director should function as the university's pipeline architect for STEM careers and advanced education. Rather than simply advising students, the director intentionally builds partnerships, creates experiential learning opportunities, coordinates research and professional development, and equips students with the experiences, competencies, and networks needed to succeed in competitive STEM and health professions. Working collaboratively with the other offices within the Center for Career Success & Experiential Learning, the director ensures students have access to an integrated pathway from exploration to graduate study or career placement. A STEM & Health Profession Pathways Director serves as the bridge between academic preparation, experiential learning, and post‑graduation opportunities for students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health professions. The role extends beyond academic advising by creating structured pathways that prepare students for graduate education, professional schools, research, internships, and employment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive STEM and Health Professions strategic plan aligned with institutional priorities.
• Establish measurable goals for student participation, retention, graduate school acceptance, and career outcomes.
• Collaborate with academic departments to identify workforce trends and emerging STEM fields.
• Represent the university at regional and national STEM and health professions consortiums.

Student Advising and Pathway Development

• Advise students interested in careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, physician assistant, veterinary medicine, public health, engineering, computer science, biotechnology, and other STEM fields.
• Assist students in developing individualized academic and career plans.
• Guide students through prerequisite planning, competitive applicant preparation, and professional school admissions processes.
• Conduct workshops on application timelines, personal statements, interviews, and entrance examinations (e.g., MCAT, DAT, GRE, PA-CAT).

Graduate and Professional School Preparation

• Prepare students for admission to graduate and professional schools.
• Coordinate mock interviews and admissions preparation.
• Review personal statements and application materials.
• Facilitate committee letter processes where applicable.
• Monitor acceptance rates and student outcomes

Partnership Development

• Establish articulation agreements and early assurance partnerships with medical schools, graduate programs, and healthcare organizations.
• Develop partnerships with federal agencies, research institutions, and corporate STEM organizations.
• Coordinate employer engagement activities specific to STEM industries.
• Cultivate alumni mentors working in STEM and healthcare careers.

Programming and Events

• Develop annual programming such as:
  • STEM Career Exploration Week
  • Health Professions Symposium
  • Research Showcase
  • Graduate School Preparation Series
  • MCAT/GRE preparation workshops
  • Industry site visits
  • Faculty and alumni panel discussions
  • Summer research opportunities information sessions
  • Clinical experience fairs

Student Success Initiatives

• Identify and support students from entry through graduation.
• Monitor academic progress and intervene with at-risk students.
• Promote participation in high-impact practices.
• Encourage leadership development within STEM organizations.
• Coordinate peer mentoring initiatives.

Research and Scholarship Support

• Assist students in identifying research opportunities.
• Support conference presentation submissions.
• Promote undergraduate publication opportunities.
• Help students secure research funding and travel grants.
• Collaborate with the Undergraduate Research office to increase participation

Data Collection and Assessment

• Track and analyze metrics such as:
  • Student participation
  • Internship placements
  • Research participation
  • Clinical hours completed
  • Graduate/professional school applications
  • Acceptance rates
  • Scholarship awards
  • Employer partnerships
  • Student learning outcomes
  • Program effectiveness

Marketing and Outreach

• Recruit students into STEM and health professions initiatives.
• Develop promotional materials highlighting opportunities.
• Maintain a website and social media presence.
• Coordinate outreach to prospective students and families.
• Showcase student and alumni success stories.

Grant Development

• Identify external funding opportunities.
• Assist in writing grant proposals.
• Manage STEM program grants.
• Coordinate reporting requirements for funded initiatives.

Collaboration Across the Center for Career Success & Experiential Learning

Partner closely with the other offices to create seamless student experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree Allied Health, Health Sciences and/or Organizational Development
• Four (4) years of related work experience.
• Experience managing start-up programs in Higher Education Environment
• Proven ability to work with multiple departments (union and administration)
• Ability to use a variety of software, databases and application platforms
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in life, physical, or biomedical sciences or a related field.
• Five (5) years of advising, teaching, mentoring, and/or administrative experience with an emphasis on undergraduate student programming and interaction in a university setting.
• Experience with national fellowships/research sponsors
• Grantsmanship experience
• Experience working with faculty, administrators, and other university colleagues
• Experience working with first generation, underrepresented minority, and underserved populations
• Familiarity with HBCU institutions

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend and reach

DISCLAIMER:

The incumbent must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and /or skills required. This job description is not an employment agreement and /or an expressed or implied contract. Management has the right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Lincoln University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. The University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture by fostering a dynamic community of faculty, administration, and staff.