Program Coordinator II - EnMed Curriculum

Job Title

Program Coordinator II - EnMed Curriculum

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

School of Engineering Medicine

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are 

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research, and team-based health care delivery.

What we want  

The Program Coordinator Il will support faculty and students with the day-to-day development, delivery, and evaluation of the Pre-Clerkship curriculum under the direct supervision of the Pre-Clerkship Program Manager. This position creates, coordinates, and disseminates information related to the assigned courses; updates and posts materials in the learning management system; updates the courses' calendar and schedule, reserves rooms and/or creates Zoom sessions; and serves as a liaison between the course co-directors, faculty, students, and staff within Pre-Clerkship.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.

Please note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Clerkship Coordination

• Coordinates all course information and scheduling for assigned courses.
• Responsibilities include arranging room reservations and Zoom sessions; coordinating proctors and rooms/Zoom sessions for examinations; maintaining the learning management system; preparing and leading course initiation meetings; serving as the primary administrative liaison with faculty regarding course scheduling; and coordinating with the Offices of Academic Technology, Marketing, and Communications for support related to course sessions, examinations, and trainings.

Curriculum Management

• Directs course leadership in the coordination and dissemination of course materials required of curricular blocks, threads, Pre-clerkship courses and engineering courses within the School of Engineering Medicines education program.
• Administers curriculum in-person and in e-learning environments utilizing a learning management system application as well as additional required software applications.
• Manages the learning management system for the assigned courses.

Communication and Team Cooperation

• Leads meetings related to Pre-clerkship, site specific coordinator meeting (required), all sites coordinator meeting (required), Pre-clerkship subcommittee meeting (as needed), curriculum committee meeting (as needed).
• Oversees the investigation of student and Pre-clerkship faculty concerns, identify problems, and assists associate director and/or Pre-clerkship assistant dean in establishing goals and objectives to resolve concerns.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with other Pre-clerkship coordinators, directors, students, and staff.
• Leads special projects and teams related to the Pre-clerkship curriculum.

Accreditation

• Maintains and coordinates data required to comply with institutional program and accreditation requirements in a timely manner. Ensures implementation and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Directs the Office of Evaluation and Assessment in the mapping of curriculum content for assigned courses.
• Directs the Office of Evaluation and Assessment in the tracking of faculty contact hours and compiling into the specified format.

Policies & Procedures

• Performs all tasks and job responsibilities safely without injury to self and others in compliance with A&M System and medical school guidelines.
• Maintains strict confidentiality with regards to exams, quizzes, and planning information prior to implementation.
• Distributes knowledge of medical education, and engineering education, policies and procedures as a program lead.
• Develops and directs special tasks and projects as needed with little or no supervision from the associate director and/or the Pre-clerkship assistant dean.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of program administration experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in medical education, business administration, or management
• Professional experience in higher education or a medical setting.
• Experience with learning management system-- and/or Canvas, Progress IQ, ExamSoftware.
• Knowledge of TAMUS Policies and Regulations and Texas A&M University Rules.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outook.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.