Details
Posted: 22-May-23
Location: Ithaca, New York
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Assistant Director, Coordinator of Research (Student Service Associate II - SP)
Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
Assistant Director, Coordinator of Research (Student Service Associate II - SP)
Office of Undergraduate Biology
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Ithaca, NY
Who We Are:
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is a pioneering practitioner of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy and environmental resources; and social, physical and economic well-being. Since our founding, we have been evolving to meet the changing needs of our world. As our areas of study have diversified, we have established top-ranked programs and over 20 majors in community and rural development, environment and natural resources, food and nutrition, applied economics, agriculture, international programs and life sciences. It is vital to us that we match the excellence of our science with the generosity of our spirit. We want to leave the world better than we found it, so we seek out those not simply driven to master their discipline, but passionate about doing so to serve the public good. CALS is fundamentally invested in improving the lives of people, their environments and their communities both in New York state and around the world.
The Office of Undergraduate Biology (OUB) provides comprehensive, high-quality academic, career, and research advising services to prospective students, current undergraduates, alumni, and faculty. Biological sciences is a cross-college major with nearly equal numbers of students in CALS and the College of Arts & Sciences. The primary mission of the OUB is to serve the diverse needs of these students while ensuring that they successfully navigate the biological sciences major and achieve their academic and career aspirations. The OUB is staffed with five advising professionals and two administrative staff who help students plan for and reach their academic and career goals.
What you will do:
The Assistant Director will report to the Director of Advising and Operations in the Office of Undergraduate Biology and coordinate, develop, implement, and measure programs that facilitate access to and success in research for the 1300+ students in the Biological Sciences major.
This position is part-time (20 hours per week, in-person) and is located in Ithaca, New York. The position may exceed 20 hours a week during the week of fall orientation (August), the Biological Sciences recognition event (May), and Bio Sci Honors Celebration & Symposium (May).
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate the Biological Sciences Honors Program in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Arts and Sciences (approximately 100 applicants/year); advise students interested in participating in undergraduate research through individual student appointments and group presentations.
- Develop research databases; oversee management of BIOG 2990 & 4990 research courses (approximately 600 students/semester).
- Provide advising services to current and prospective Biological Sciences majors regarding undergraduate research and pre-graduate advising.
- Collaborate with the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) student services staff and University Academic and Student Affairs professionals to assess, design, develop and implement programs and services related to undergraduate research.
- Attend OUB-sponsored events such as orientation, graduation, faculty/student programs, alumni events.
- Cultivate relationships with other Cornell University science departments, Biological Sciences alumni, and others to generate summer research opportunities for students.
- Communicate with administrators and advisors to provide information about undergraduate research.
- Solicit input from the OUB faculty and directors of undergraduate studies regarding overall OUB research efforts.
- Develop resources to promote effective mentoring of undergraduate research students including faculty workshops, and online resources.
What We Need:
- Bachelor's degree in the physical or life sciences and a minimum of 2-3 years of experience related to research mentoring in higher education.
- Experience working with undergraduate researchers and the ability to generate enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching and research.
- Experience designing and delivering programs to students, preferably including students from traditionally disadvantaged populations.
- Ability to apply problem-solving skills in a fast-paced academic environment to contribute to a high-performing team
- Ability to provide effective guidance/instruction to diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
- Ability to plan and execute events open to 150+ attendees.
- Ability to strategically manage multiple prioritize while seeking feedback from relevant stakeholders, including OUB staff, students, and faculty.
- Ability to collaborate effectively on projects with OUB staff, faculty, and campus colleagues across several colleges at Cornell.
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally, with a high degree of sensitivity for the needs of a very diverse student population.
- Demonstrated exemplary communication and organization skills, including excellent public speaking skills.
- Strong track record of creative problem solving and action with respect to strategic initiatives, organizational priorities, and management of issues on a day-to-day basis.
- Demonstrated high degree of professionalism, discretion, and judgment.
- Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as essential job functions require.
If you possess these experiences and skills this may be the role for you! There are a few other qualifications that we would view as incredibly helpful in this role, to include:
- Master's in the physical or life sciences preferred.
- 3+ years of research mentoring experience with high achieving and/or STEM students preferred.
- Knowledge of student development theory and the social-emotional issues of young adults preferred.
- Experience with leading undergraduate research programs and supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds desirable.
- Experience assessing, designing, developing, and implementing programs related to undergraduate research (e.g., mentoring programs, getting started in research, grant writing).
- Familiarity with student information systems, electronic management of sensitive information and using technology in academic advising helpful.
Rewards and Benefits
- Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
- Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
How to Apply: (non-academic and union positions)
You must submit both a resume/CV and cover letter.
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations.
University Job Title:
Student Services Associate II - SP
Job Family:
Student Services
Level:
F
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Pay Range:
$29.01 - $32.47
Remote Option Availability:
Fully Onsite
Company:
Contract College
Contact Name:
Michele Cowen
Job Titles and Pay Ranges:
Non-Union Positions
Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
Prior relevant work or industry experience
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
Unique applicable skills
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
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Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application.
Notice to Applicants:
EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.
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