Posting Details
Job Title
Program Coordinator II
Requisition Number
RE39551
Working Title
STRONG Coordinator
Department Name
7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$42,931-68,702/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
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Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion, occasional travel
Shift
Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm/40 hrs./week. Some evenings and weekends will be required, especially in the summer.
Job Summary
The Markey Cancer Center has an opening for a Program Coordinator II. The position will coordinate the activities of the Markey Science Training in Research, Oncology, Networking and professional Growth ( STRONG ) Diversity in Cancer Research post-baccalaureate and undergraduate research scholars programs. This individual will work with the Associate Director of Cancer Education and Mentoring and Education Coordinator to help strengthen ongoing diversity programs and help implement new programs within the Markey Cancer Center Office of Education and Mentoring. These activities, which span all trainee levels, seek to develop the next generation of diverse cancer researchers, clinician scientists, and cancer-focused research staff.
The position will: help coordinate the day-to-day administrative activities of the Markey STRONG post-baccalaureate and undergraduate research programs; plan recruiting events and distribute program information to prospective students; facilitate the student recruitment and selection process including maintaining the program application and facilitating the applicant review process; enroll students in the program including aiding in completion of required onboarding paperwork; help coordinate program activities and schedules including clinician shadowing activities and interactions with other summer programs on campus; help plan and coordinate outreach activities; assist with the student tracking, program evaluation, and dissemination objectives; provide mentorship and coordinate student check ins to help gauge their personal and professional climate; monitor STRONG Program budgets and expenses; communicate opportunities for other research fellowships, scholarships, conference travel, travel awards and coordinate travel arrangements for students when necessary; serve as a liaison between the MCC Office of Education and Mentoring and the Associate Director of Cancer Health Equity and cancer center Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ( DEI ) activities; and provide general support to the Office of Education and Mentoring when necessary.
This position will have a fully on-site work arrangement.
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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Adobe Creative Suite applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.), excellent oral & written communication.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree with at least three years experience working in a collaborative research or administrative environment preferred.
Deadline to Apply
04/27/2023
University Community of Inclusion
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