Graduate Programs Officer

1 week ago


Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada University of Prince Edward Island Full time

Reporting to the Associate Vice-President, Research, and Dean of Graduate Studies, the Graduate Programs Officer (one-year contractual term position) performs high-level professional work to facilitate and improve the admission of graduate students and administration of graduate programs.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Graduate Programs Officer (GPO) will enhance the efficiency and consistency of administrative procedures in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, while improving the experience for junior scholars at UPEI by developing and implementing more efficient processes for graduate admissions, in collaboration with the Registrar's Office, and by reviewing support services for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows

Specifically, the GPO will:

  • Analyze relevant academic standing among institutions in countries abroad with different academic standards
  • Develop new processes and improve existing practices for allocating graduate student fellowships including assessments of academic credentials and enrolment targets established by academic units
  • Develop and coordinate new supports and services for graduate students including professional and personal development
  • Organize and plan graduate student conferences and workshops
  • Manage the administration of progress reports submitted periodically by graduate students to monitor academic progression through their program of study
  • Provide support and advisory guidance for graduate program units across campus
  • Provide support for postdoctoral researchers
  • Perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree with a research component is required, although a postgraduate degree is preferred
  • Minimum of two years' experience in the postsecondary sector or related work experience
  • Knowledge of the Canadian postsecondary landscape of graduate programs with as strong understanding of course and thesis based graduate programs
  • Familiarity with digital work environments
  • Experience reviewing transcripts would be a definite asset
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Experience interacting with various levels of a large organization is an asset

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