Johnson C. Smith University
Pre Health Professions Program Coordinator
Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Salary :
$48,000.00 Annually Location :
Charlotte Job Type:
Full-Time Staff Job Number:
202500001 Division:
Academic Affairs Department:
Natural and Behavioral Sciences, STEM Opening Date:
08/01/2025 Closing Date:
9/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Responsibilities This position is funded by non-university funds. The continuation of this position is contingent upon the availability of funding and contract renewal. The role of the PHP (Pre-Health Professions) Program Coordinator is essential for the successful implementation of the PHP 2024-2026 grant award. This position reports directly to the Principal Investigator (PI) and the Director of the PHP 2024-2026 Grant within the STEM College. The Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for program participants concerning Academic Year programming and associated policies, ensuring compliance with all University regulations and procedures. The PHP Program Coordinator will support participants in comprehending the goals and expected outcomes of the PHP Program, while also offering guidance on university policies. Effective collaboration with faculty and administrators is imperative for providing academic advising and addressing the educational and success needs of both individual students and groups. In conjunction with the PHP faculty advisor, the PHP Program Coordinator will assist students, faculty, and the PI in accordance with the guidelines and procedures specified in the grant proposal. Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in natural sciences is required. Applicants must demonstrate intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel, as well as a proven ability to type with accuracy. The preferred candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication abilities. Previous experience in working with health professions is beneficial. Candidates should be flexible, have a strong customer service focus, and excel in a team-oriented environment. Essential qualities include organizational skills, effective time management, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may also be considered. Supplemental Information Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
To apply, please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional supervisory references including the most recent supervisor. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Health Insurance Plans The University offers two PPO Plans, one being a High Deductible Health Plan that are administrated by Healthgram and utilizes the Great West Health (GWH)-Cigna PPO network. A Wellness Premium discount is available to those that participate. A full vision benefit is included. Health insurance coverage becomes effective on the 61st day of employment.
Dental Insurance The University offers dental coverage through Delta Dental of North Carolina. This coverage takes effect on the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
Life Insurance The University provides a group term life insurance policy through The Standard with a value of one times the annual salary. This coverage takes effect on the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
Long-term Disability Insurance The University provides each full-time employee with group long-term disability insurance through The Standard. This coverage takes effect on the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
Supplemental Policies Supplemental life insurance and short-term disability, accident and cancer policies are available through Colonial and Aflac. Premiums for these individual policies may be paid through payroll deduction.
Retirement To assist faculty and staff to plan for their retirement, Johnson C. Smith University provides a 403 (b) retirement plan utilizing TIAA that allows for supplemental and matching contributions.
Enrollment in this plan is not automatic . Employees may elect a percentage towards supplemental contributions immediately. Eligible employees are required to contribute in order to receive the University's match after 1 year of service. The University will match contributions on a dollar for dollar basis up to a maximum of 5% for eligible employees.
Sick Leave Faculty and non-academic personnel accrue one paid day of sick leave for each month of employment the calendar year. Accrued but unused sick leave may be accumulated and carried over from year to year, up to a maximum of 60 days. Sick leave may be taken for the employee's personal illness, medical appointments or the illness of a parent, child or spouse.
Vacation Leave Non-academic personnel earn one paid day of vacation leave for each month of employment during the calendar year. Administrative Officers and Non-academic personnel may accrue a maximum of 20 vacation leave days.
Bereavement Leave Non-academic personnel will be granted up to three days of bereavement leave for the death of an immediate family member.
Other Leaves of Absence & Holidays Other leaves of absence including sabbaticals, leave for military and jury duty, educational and Family/Medical Leave are available for eligible employees. The University is closed in observance of 13 holidays.
Tuition Remission Full-time employees who have completed six months of continuous service are eligible to enroll in a maximum of three semester hours at Johnson C. Smith University and will receive a discount of one-half of the tuition cost. If an employee qualifies for tuition remission, the dependent children of that employee may also receive the tuition discount for up to 18 credit hours. Through the Council of Independent Colleges Consortium employees and their dependents may also be eligible for a full tuition waiver at one of over one hundred participating consortium schools.
HealthPlex and Wellness Programs The grant-funded facility is available to all employees during the hours of operation and a coordinator is on duty to train employees to properly operate the equipment and get the most out of their workout routine. The University also sponsors a variety of Wellness programs throughout the year for faculty, staff and students.
Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help employees and their immediate family members who are troubled by marital, financial, and emotional and substance abuse and other problems. Services provided through the EAP are strictly confidential and free of charge. University EAP services are provided through Atrium Health and The Standard.
$48,000.00 Annually Location :
Charlotte Job Type:
Full-Time Staff Job Number:
202500001 Division:
Academic Affairs Department:
Natural and Behavioral Sciences, STEM Opening Date:
08/01/2025 Closing Date:
9/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Responsibilities This position is funded by non-university funds. The continuation of this position is contingent upon the availability of funding and contract renewal. The role of the PHP (Pre-Health Professions) Program Coordinator is essential for the successful implementation of the PHP 2024-2026 grant award. This position reports directly to the Principal Investigator (PI) and the Director of the PHP 2024-2026 Grant within the STEM College. The Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for program participants concerning Academic Year programming and associated policies, ensuring compliance with all University regulations and procedures. The PHP Program Coordinator will support participants in comprehending the goals and expected outcomes of the PHP Program, while also offering guidance on university policies. Effective collaboration with faculty and administrators is imperative for providing academic advising and addressing the educational and success needs of both individual students and groups. In conjunction with the PHP faculty advisor, the PHP Program Coordinator will assist students, faculty, and the PI in accordance with the guidelines and procedures specified in the grant proposal. Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in natural sciences is required. Applicants must demonstrate intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel, as well as a proven ability to type with accuracy. The preferred candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication abilities. Previous experience in working with health professions is beneficial. Candidates should be flexible, have a strong customer service focus, and excel in a team-oriented environment. Essential qualities include organizational skills, effective time management, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may also be considered. Supplemental Information Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
To apply, please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional supervisory references including the most recent supervisor. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Health Insurance Plans The University offers two PPO Plans, one being a High Deductible Health Plan that are administrated by Healthgram and utilizes the Great West Health (GWH)-Cigna PPO network. A Wellness Premium discount is available to those that participate. A full vision benefit is included. Health insurance coverage becomes effective on the 61st day of employment.
Dental Insurance The University offers dental coverage through Delta Dental of North Carolina. This coverage takes effect on the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
Life Insurance The University provides a group term life insurance policy through The Standard with a value of one times the annual salary. This coverage takes effect on the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
Long-term Disability Insurance The University provides each full-time employee with group long-term disability insurance through The Standard. This coverage takes effect on the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
Supplemental Policies Supplemental life insurance and short-term disability, accident and cancer policies are available through Colonial and Aflac. Premiums for these individual policies may be paid through payroll deduction.
Retirement To assist faculty and staff to plan for their retirement, Johnson C. Smith University provides a 403 (b) retirement plan utilizing TIAA that allows for supplemental and matching contributions.
Enrollment in this plan is not automatic . Employees may elect a percentage towards supplemental contributions immediately. Eligible employees are required to contribute in order to receive the University's match after 1 year of service. The University will match contributions on a dollar for dollar basis up to a maximum of 5% for eligible employees.
Sick Leave Faculty and non-academic personnel accrue one paid day of sick leave for each month of employment the calendar year. Accrued but unused sick leave may be accumulated and carried over from year to year, up to a maximum of 60 days. Sick leave may be taken for the employee's personal illness, medical appointments or the illness of a parent, child or spouse.
Vacation Leave Non-academic personnel earn one paid day of vacation leave for each month of employment during the calendar year. Administrative Officers and Non-academic personnel may accrue a maximum of 20 vacation leave days.
Bereavement Leave Non-academic personnel will be granted up to three days of bereavement leave for the death of an immediate family member.
Other Leaves of Absence & Holidays Other leaves of absence including sabbaticals, leave for military and jury duty, educational and Family/Medical Leave are available for eligible employees. The University is closed in observance of 13 holidays.
Tuition Remission Full-time employees who have completed six months of continuous service are eligible to enroll in a maximum of three semester hours at Johnson C. Smith University and will receive a discount of one-half of the tuition cost. If an employee qualifies for tuition remission, the dependent children of that employee may also receive the tuition discount for up to 18 credit hours. Through the Council of Independent Colleges Consortium employees and their dependents may also be eligible for a full tuition waiver at one of over one hundred participating consortium schools.
HealthPlex and Wellness Programs The grant-funded facility is available to all employees during the hours of operation and a coordinator is on duty to train employees to properly operate the equipment and get the most out of their workout routine. The University also sponsors a variety of Wellness programs throughout the year for faculty, staff and students.
Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help employees and their immediate family members who are troubled by marital, financial, and emotional and substance abuse and other problems. Services provided through the EAP are strictly confidential and free of charge. University EAP services are provided through Atrium Health and The Standard.