STEM Scholars Program Manager

The University of Vermont; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont invites applications for the Student Success PC3 X position in the Center for Academic Success. You will lead a cohort-based learning community for STEM majors, promote scholarly excellence, and develop student leadership under the HHMI Success in STEM grant.

Reporting to the Director, you will manage day-to-day operations, build community, provide direct student support, and coordinate academic year programming and a six-week Summer Bridge for incoming students.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience in STEM-based programs, residential or other cohort-based learning communities or similar programs supporting college student success
• Effective skills in program oversight and management, building welcoming and inclusive communities, student leadership development, educational program design and facilitation, communications and event planning and execution
• Facility with integration and effective use of digital platforms and tools and technologies

Responsibilities

• Lead a cohort-based learning community for STEM majors promoting scholarly excellence and leadership development
• Report to the Director of the Center for Academic Success and serve as a member of the UVM HHMI Success in STEM grant team leadership team
• Provide program leadership and manage day to day operations, build community, offer direct student support, cross-campus collaboration, and leadership development
• Coordinate academic year programming and a six-week Summer Bridge experience for incoming students

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Lead a cohort-based learning community for STEM majors promoting scholarly excellence and leadership development to enable students to become change leaders In STEM fields. Report to the Director of the Center for Academic Success and serve as a member of the UVM HHMI Success in STEM grant team leadership team. Provide program leadership and manage day to day operations, build community, offer direct student support, cross-campus collaboration, and leadership development. Coordinate academic year programming and a six-week Summer Bridge experience for incoming students.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience in STEM -based programs, residential or other cohort-based learning communities or similar programs supporting college student success Effective skills in program oversight and management, building welcoming and inclusive communities, student leadership development, educational program design and facilitation, communications and event planning and execution. Facility with integration and effective use of digital platforms and tools and technologies.

Desirable Qualifications

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $67,000-$69,000

Other Information

Special Conditions

• Weekend work required
• Non-standard work hours required
• Contingent on continued funding
• Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime)
• This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date

09/22/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Student Success PC3 X

Posting Number

S6314PO

Department

Center for Academic Success/30460

Position Number

00027185

Percent of Full-Time

1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12

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