UNIV - Program Coordinator II - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

C001 Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ); United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a Program Development & Training Specialist within the Youth Collaborative. The role focuses on curriculum development, program evaluation, and implementation of youth programs like Just Say Know and the Teen Science Ambassador project.

The position requires after-hours travel within the Charleston area, strong communication and teaching skills, and the ability to coordinate trainings and materials for instructors and community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with two years of relevant program experience.
• Experience designing courses within a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Strong communication, teaching, and curriculum development skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, promote, integrate, and support MUSC Youth Collaborative Programs.
• Develop training curriculum and materials with facilitators and instructors.
• Assist in program evaluation, data collection, and focus groups for program growth.
• Coordinate and lead trainings, ensure fidelity, and provide coaching to instructors.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional design

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LMS

Job description

Job Description Summary

This candidate will work directly with Drs. Lindsay Squeglia, Kathryn Gex, Anna Kirkland, and Lindsay Meredith as a Program Development & Training Specialist with the Youth Collaborative at the Medical University of South Carolina. The candidate’s main responsibility will be to support the curriculum development, program evaluation, and program implementation of our youth programs. This includes all Youth Collaborative outreach, education, and workforce development programs. Current examples include: Just Say Know (a neuroscience-based substance use prevention program) and the Teen Science Ambassador/Biomedical Science Education Program (workforce development programs for high school students). This position requires a dynamic individual with strong communication skills, teaching and/or curriculum development experience, a creative mindset, and a passion for promoting positive youth development. After-hours and weekend work is required, depending on community outreach event schedules. Travel around the local Charleston area is also required.

Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Research Grant Cost Center CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-GEN09 Pay Range 52,100.00 - 70,300.00 - 88,600.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description FLSA: Exempt Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, including weekends on occasion

Job Duties

35% Develop, promote, integrate, and support MUSC Youth Collaborative Programs Works independently to create and maintain instructional content and reference guides to support the integration and delivery of programs. Oversees and manages school engagement, community outreach, promotion, education initiatives, and recruitment for programs. Responsible for developing interactive and engaging presentations to showcase the programs of the Youth Collaborative. Solicits input and feedback from instructors, community members, school contacts, and students on the direction of the programs. Assists in data collection and development of program evaluation surveys, curriculum surveys, and establishes and leads focus groups to support program growth. Advises and provides creative and appropriate solutions to study team members based on their specific instructional goals. Monitors and incorporates ongoing developments in the research of adolescent substance use and mental health and maintains a high level of instructional design Organizes trainings on new presentations, programs, systems, and technologies as needed, ensuring facilitators are fully prepared to deliver program with fidelity. Develops and maintains comprehensive training curriculum and materials, including facilitator guides, instructional resources, and hands‑on practice opportunities tailored to the program content. Coaches and mentors instructors on effective facilitation techniques, age‑appropriate communication strategies, and best practices for engaging audiences. Conducts observations and assessments of program delivery to ensure quality assurance and adherence to established program standards and educational best practices. Tracks facilitator progress and training outcomes, maintaining records and reporting findings to program leadership to inform continuous improvement efforts. Prioritizes regular content reviews and updates. Participates in reviews of program evaluations for revision and refinement. Conducts quality assurance testing of all program materials before the course is made available to students and community members.

35% Strategic communication, event promotion, and community presence Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans for the Just Say Know Program and other programs within the Youth Collaborative, aligning with organizational goals and initiatives while following MUSC IRB policies. Collaborate with team members and partnering teams to identify key messages, target audiences, and communication channels for program and outreach efforts. Create and curate compelling content, including social media posts, press releases, articles, blog posts, and multimedia materials, to effectively communicate the team’s impact and accomplishments. Plan and prepare calendar for consistent engagement. Develops promotional materials for physical and social spaces, including maintaining the program websites. Focus will be on establishing and maintaining contacts and relationships with community organizations in South Carolina. Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure event success and maximum attendance. Familiarize self with the inclusion and exclusion criteria of all Youth Collaborative research studies to properly target desired demographics. Maintains updated and ongoing contact list of all program contacts and vendors. Lead and organize program meetings. Prepare reports and provide updates on project progress. Works closely with study team members, instructors and others (in person and remotely) to design, develop, and support high‑quality online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face programs. Provides consultation and advice to study team members and instructors on revisions and updates to program content based on feedback and ever‑evolving best practices.

20% Philanthropic Engagement and Alternative Funding Development Identify, research, and cultivate relationships with philanthropic organizations, foundations, and potential donors whose missions align with the Youth Collaborative's goals. Assist in the development and submission of grant proposals, sponsorship requests, and donor outreach materials to support existing and new educational and outreach initiatives. Collaborate with MUSC’s development office and external partners to strategize funding opportunities, build donor pipelines, and maintain accurate records of donor communications. Represent the Youth Collaborative at fundraising‑related events, conferences, and networking opportunities to increase visibility and philanthropic engagement. Contribute to the creation of annual impact reports, newsletters, and donor updates to communicate the Youth Collaborative’s reach and research progress. Support the development of sponsorship packages and naming opportunities for signature programs and events.

10% Other duties as assigned. Develops accessible templates for educational resources. Assists with curriculum administration for existing and developing courses. Responsible for preparing and updating all documents and reports required for the annual Research Performance Progress Report and other reports when requested. Coordinates purchasing, vendor contracts, and reimbursement with business office when necessary.

Preferred Training & Experience

Experience working with adolescents and young adults. At least 5 years professional experience working as an instructional designer and at least 2 years working in higher education, public health, or a research focused environment is preferred. Experience working closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) in research and higher education environments to design courses for in‑person, online, and hybrid formats. Experience with graphic design or video editing tools. Knowledge of fundamental instructional, multimedia, electronic learning (eLearning), and graphic design principles. Ability to research, analyze, and communicate complex information. Ability to independently plan and manage instructional design projects. Must be organized, responsive, team‑oriented, reliable, and detail‑oriented. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, sponsors, health care professionals, teachers, and community members. Experience designing courses within a Learning Management System (LMS). Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including proofreading and producing content free of errors in spelling and grammar.

Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree and two years relevant program experience.

Physical Requirements

Behavior required: Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there’s a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.