University of California, San Francisco
Academic Program Coordinator
University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Academic Program Coordinator
University of California, San Francisco
Job Summary The Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS) is seeking a dedicated team member to support key functions within the Education Program. A primary focus for the Academic Program Coordinator will be on admissions, recruitment, and alumni engagement for the Master of Science (MSc) and PhD in Global Health Sciences programs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively across teams, engaging with students and alumni, and advancing the visibility and impact of two premier global health education programs.
In this role, the individual will lead and coordinate the MSc and PhD admissions and recruitment cycles, serving as a central liaison between applicants, faculty, the UCSF Graduate Division, and the IGHS Communications team. (The PhD program opens admissions every other year and is not active in the 2025-26 academic year). Responsibilities include managing the Slate admissions platform, conducting application reviews, preparing reports for admissions committees, and ensuring compliance with Graduate Division policies. The position will also help design and implement targeted recruitment strategies – organizing information sessions, developing outreach materials, and cultivating relationships with undergraduate and other graduate institutions to build the applicant pipeline.
Beyond admissions, the position plays a key role in strengthening alumni engagement. This includes developing a structured approach to alumni communications and events, maintaining the IGHS alumni LinkedIn group, tracking career outcomes, and promoting opportunities for continued involvement within the IGHS network.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
3+ years of directly relevant experience
Thorough knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population
Ability to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public
Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges/universities and specifically at UC, and/or specific colleges and schools
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions
Ability to develop recruitment programs and design effective materials
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related area
Location and Salary San Francisco, CA – Mission Bay (SF)
Salary Range: $65,700 – $140,300 (Annual Rate) – final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:
Benefits Information
Department Description UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS) is dedicated to improving health and reducing the burden of disease in the world’s most vulnerable populations. It integrates UCSF expertise in all health, social, and biological sciences, and focuses that expertise on pressing issues in global health. IGHS works with partners in countries throughout the world to achieve these aims, and seeks to improve health worldwide, especially in developing countries, through research that informs policy.
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate‑level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10‑campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.
Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. We are committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Other Job Details Job Code: 004509
Job Category: Administrative Support
Bargaining Unit: 99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class: Career
Percentage: 50%
Campus: Mission Bay (SF)
Work Style: Flexible
Shift: Days
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Job Summary The Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS) is seeking a dedicated team member to support key functions within the Education Program. A primary focus for the Academic Program Coordinator will be on admissions, recruitment, and alumni engagement for the Master of Science (MSc) and PhD in Global Health Sciences programs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively across teams, engaging with students and alumni, and advancing the visibility and impact of two premier global health education programs.
In this role, the individual will lead and coordinate the MSc and PhD admissions and recruitment cycles, serving as a central liaison between applicants, faculty, the UCSF Graduate Division, and the IGHS Communications team. (The PhD program opens admissions every other year and is not active in the 2025-26 academic year). Responsibilities include managing the Slate admissions platform, conducting application reviews, preparing reports for admissions committees, and ensuring compliance with Graduate Division policies. The position will also help design and implement targeted recruitment strategies – organizing information sessions, developing outreach materials, and cultivating relationships with undergraduate and other graduate institutions to build the applicant pipeline.
Beyond admissions, the position plays a key role in strengthening alumni engagement. This includes developing a structured approach to alumni communications and events, maintaining the IGHS alumni LinkedIn group, tracking career outcomes, and promoting opportunities for continued involvement within the IGHS network.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
3+ years of directly relevant experience
Thorough knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population
Ability to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public
Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges/universities and specifically at UC, and/or specific colleges and schools
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions
Ability to develop recruitment programs and design effective materials
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related area
Location and Salary San Francisco, CA – Mission Bay (SF)
Salary Range: $65,700 – $140,300 (Annual Rate) – final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:
Benefits Information
Department Description UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS) is dedicated to improving health and reducing the burden of disease in the world’s most vulnerable populations. It integrates UCSF expertise in all health, social, and biological sciences, and focuses that expertise on pressing issues in global health. IGHS works with partners in countries throughout the world to achieve these aims, and seeks to improve health worldwide, especially in developing countries, through research that informs policy.
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate‑level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10‑campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.
Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. We are committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Other Job Details Job Code: 004509
Job Category: Administrative Support
Bargaining Unit: 99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class: Career
Percentage: 50%
Campus: Mission Bay (SF)
Work Style: Flexible
Shift: Days
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