Program Coordinator - Health Sciences Scholarly Project, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2024-2025

Position Title
Program Coordinator - Health Sciences Scholarly Project, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Posting Category
Staff

Department
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Posting Number
U240060

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/52182

Employer
UB Foundation Activities

Appointment Term

Position Type

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Jacobs School of Medicine Offices of Medical Education is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Health Sciences Scholarly Project.

As part of the new Well Beyond curriculum, students will complete a scholarly project related to medicine or health care with the mentorship of a faculty member. Projects may be in bench or clinical research, public health, quality improvement, health systems science, education, and other disciplines/domains. The Health Systems Scholarly Project ( HSSP ) builds on the Scientific Literacy and Inquiry (SL&I) Course which extends throughout Phase 1 of the curriculum (the first 3 semesters), and culminates with a presentation of their completed HSSP project. The SL&I course prepares students to understand and engage in evidence-based medicine and research focused activities. The HSSP aims to help students develop self-directed learning and team science skills, scientific curiosity, and habits of life-long learning. Students will prepare for and contribute to their scholarly project in each semester/phase and will participate in HSSP sessions and submit required assignments and progress reports.

To support the success of this important requirement in the Well Beyond curriculum, the Offices of Medical Education is seeking a staff member who will serve as Program Coordinator for the Health Sciences Scholarly Project. The Program Coordinator will report to the Director of the HSSP, the Administrative Director of Curricular Operations, and the Associate Deans for Curriculum.

Specifically they will:

• Track student progress of HSSP program requirements throughout Phase 1-3
• Facilitate the placement of students with research mentors in collaboration with the Director of HSSP
• Understand timelines and requirements and serves as a point of contact for students, research mentors, faculty, and staff for HSSP program related inquiries
• Coordinate program activities, including: classroom reservations and AV needs, communication to faculty and students, and program evaluations
• Work with the Director of HSSP to schedule meetings, set agenda, coordinate communication and record minutes
• Disseminate information on HSSP and SL&I program to various stakeholders
• Communicate with students about project requirements and other daily inquiries
• Create surveys in collaboration with Director of HSSP to match students and mentors with appropriate research projects
• Liaise with all levels of leadership, mentors and administrative staff across schools and departments
• Engage in a continuous quality improvement process to strengthen the program
• Maintain lists and databases of opportunities for Health Science Scholarly Projects, project mentors, current practices for similar projects from other institutions
• Assist with developing an infrastructure and systems to support medical student participation in new or existing research/scholarly activities
• Create and maintain web presence (with leadership and IT support) for the program to highlight information, opportunities, and programmatic successes
• Perform other duties as assigned as related to HSSP and the completion and promotion of research and medical education at the Jacobs School

Outstanding Benefits Package
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Administrative support or similar experience
• Excellent internal and external stakeholder focus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to generate routine reports and correspondence
• Proficient keyboarding skills
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Other MS Office product experience is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years progressive secretarial/administrative support experience
• Degree in a health sciences, biology, education, or related field
• An interest in research, college administration, and/or medical education
• Experience with health, medical, or bench science research
• Knowledgeable about medical school curriculum
• Experience working with learners or teams on research or scholarly projects
• Strength in writing and editing
• Interest in designing and implementing systems to improve efficiency and experience

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$50,000 - $55,000

Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Type
Full-Time

Campus
Downtown Campus

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Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name
Kyle Kelleran, PhD

Contact's Pronouns
he, him, his

Contact's Title
Director of Health Sciences Scholarly Project

Contact's Email
KJK9@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-645-9724

Posting Dates

Posted
08/15/2024

Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled

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Number of References Required
3

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