Strategic Academic Programs Specialist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 37,119 - 45,368; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin in Madison is looking for an Academic Program Specialist for the Department of Medical Sciences. This role offers high-level administrative support and serves as a key liaison among faculty, students, and administrative leaders. The candidate should have organizational, technical, and multitasking skills, with responsibilities including program coordination and recruitment management. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, along with 1–2 years of relevant experience. The compensation starts at $41,244, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in an administrative or operational support role.
• Strong organizational, technical, and leadership skills.
• Experience in a customer service-oriented role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day activities of academic programs.
• Coordinates program components and evaluates program effectiveness.
• Manages faculty and staff recruitment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Technical skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project tracking tools

Job description

The University of Wisconsin in Madison is looking for an Academic Program Specialist for the Department of Medical Sciences. This role offers high-level administrative support and serves as a key liaison among faculty, students, and administrative leaders. The candidate should have organizational, technical, and multitasking skills, with responsibilities including program coordination and recruitment management. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, along with 1–2 years of relevant experience. The compensation starts at $41,244, negotiable based on experience.