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Meyerhoff Scholars Program
The Meyerhoff Scholars Program has been at the forefront of efforts to increase diversity among future leaders in science, engineering and related fields. The UMBC Meyerhoff family is now more than 1,600 strong with over 1,400 alumni across the nation, which includes over 300 students enrolled in graduate and professional programs. The Program is open to prospective undergraduate students of all backgrounds who plan to pursue a PhD or the combined MD-PhD in the sciences or engineering and who are interested in the advancement of minorities in those fields. The program’s success is built on the premise that, among like-minded students who work closely together, positive energy is contagious. By assembling such a high concentration of high-achieving students in a tightly knit learning community, students continually inspire one another to do more and better. The program has been recognized by the National Science Foundation and The New York Times as a national model.
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| Position Overview: |
The Program Coordinator - Junior/Senior Advising coordinates the advising, undergraduate research experiences, and graduate/professional school application process for junior and senior Meyerhoff Scholars at UMBC.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $50,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
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| Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
The Program Coordinator - Junior/Senior Advising coordinates the retention, advising, undergraduate research and graduate placement initiatives for junior and senior Meyerhoff Scholars at UMBC.
- Provide academic advising for junior and senior Meyerhoff Scholars
- Mentor and coach junior and senior scholars through the graduate and/or professional school application process
- Co-facilitate a monthly seminar series, workshops and trainings that support students' personal development, academic success and admission to graduate and professional programs
- Work collaboratively with a broad spectrum of internal and external partners to support student retention and success
- Support unit efforts related to standardized test preparation (GRE and MCAT), research and evaluation, outreach/recruitment, and program development.
- Serve as a contributing member of the Meyerhoff Academic Review Committee and work closely with the UMBC Advising Community to learn and share campus-wide advising updates, practices and trends
- Other duties as assigned
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree and at least two years related experience in education or non-profit settings supporting students
Note: A Master's Degree in STEM, counseling, education, social work or related area may be substituted for the two years of required experience.
- Highly developed interpersonal, writing, analytical, communication and presentation skills/abilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse groups
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work in a a fast-paced environment, prioritize and complete multiple tasks with competing deadlines
Occasional/seasonal evening and weekend hours and overnight travel required.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Master's Degree
- Three or more years experience in higher education or non-profit setting supporting students from diverse backgrounds
- Experience in advising, counseling and/or collegiate academic success initiatives
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) degree, background and/or experience working with diverse students in STEM disciplines
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and resume
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary starts at $50,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: |
Full-time. Occasional/seasonal evening and weekend hours and overnight travel required. |
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Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |