Health Sciences Program Manager

Position Summary:

The Department of Biology at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a Health Sciences Program Manager. This is a full-time, 12-month, position starting in May of 2025. Position comes with excellent fringe benefits-medical, dental, paid leave, Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) retirement benefits, and more! This position recruits and advises college students, while providing knowledge of healthcare careers. The Health Sciences Program Manager will lead the development, implementation, and on-going operations of the academic programs to ensure effectiveness in meeting strategic, departmental, and student development goals. This individual will strive to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

We are seeking a candidate with a background in advising and recruiting college students and knowledge of healthcare careers. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, collaborative, and passionate about undergraduate education.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, propose, and implement new or revised unit operational policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and academic program objectives.
• May manage the unit budget and approve unit expenditures.
• Assist stakeholders with preparing and/or maintaining documentation, financial management, and/or reporting requirements related to sponsored grants, contracts, or agreements.
• Lead the development of new healthcare programming directions including certifications, collaborations, and other opportunities.
• Evaluate existing academic program strategy and make recommendations to unit leadership for program enhancement.
• Review and update existing academic articulation agreements with health professional programs.
• Participate in recruitment and outreach activities to engage with prospective school students and families.
• Assist faculty in collecting and maintaining data pertaining to the admission of students and alumni to health profession schools.
• Partner with faculty in advising students and alumni contemplating medical and other health professions (e.g. medicine, physician assistant, nursing and beyond) on the academic and experiential requirements to succeed in the pursuit of the same.
• Design and deliver programs and resources which support the department's advising efforts, including workshops and online, on-demand resources.
• Provide support to faculty advisors to guide students and alumni through the health professional school application process, including, application materials, entrance examinations (e.g. MCAT, DAT, or GRE), personal statements, and interviews, as well as general guidance on professional school financing.
• Assist faculty advisors in mentoring students in the of Society of Prehealth Students, Rural and Urban Scholars in Community Health (RUSCH), AHEC Scholars, and Preparing Undergraduate Medical Professionals (PUMP).
• Partner with community organizations, and alumni to develop and promote clinical, research, and other experiential learning opportunities which will make advisees better informed, more competitive candidates for the health professions.
• Serve as the liaison to internal and external stakeholder groups to identify and maintain academic program-related partnerships.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 2 years of direct experience teaching, coaching, advising and/or mentoring individuals interested in health professions.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Competency in using the MS Office Suite.
• Ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
• Evidence of a commitment to community & belonging.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate education and a willingness to collaborate with both students and faculty.
  

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:

The Department of Biology in the College of Business, Industry, Life Sciences and Agriculture have 12 full-time tenure-track positions and regularly employ an additional 2 instructional academic staff and 3 support staff. The undergraduate program offers a BS in Biology with several emphases (botany, comprehensive, ecology, general, health sciences, molecular/genetics, nursing, secondary education, and zoology). We emphasize experiential learning and have up-to-date, well-equipped labs and classrooms in recently renovated Boebel Hall. With around 310 students, the Biology major is the third largest major on-campus.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal by March 3, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Cover letter addressing all required qualifications. The letter should explicitly state how the applicant's education, experience, and/or area(s) of expertise would contribute to and/or enhance the department's existing strengths.
• A current resume.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions regarding this position, please contact: Dr. Rich Dhyanchand, dhyanchandr@uwplatt.edu, 608-342-6155.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.