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Kettering University

Program Director, Graduate Studies

Flint, MI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

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Support Kettering University's graduate programs with special projects including goals and initiatives by providing implementation support. Comply with timelines to ensure established guidelines.

The Pennsylvania State University

$40K - $58K/yr

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The position would support the graduate program in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and ... Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview ...

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To thrive as a Graduate Program Director, you need a solid background in academic administration, curriculum development, and typically an advanced degree in your field. Familiarity with student information systems, accreditation processes, and learning management platforms is essential. Exceptional leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills help in managing faculty, supporting students, and fostering collaboration across departments. These competencies ensure the effective operation, growth, and academic quality of graduate programs.

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Associate Program Director, University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

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Position/Rank Associate Program Director, University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration City Salt Lake City, UT Track Non Tenure Track New Position to Begin Details
The Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide clinical care (40%) and serve as the Associate Program Director of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling (60%).

The Associate Program Director will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and facilitating all aspects of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling (UUGPGC), preparing accreditation reports, serving as a course director and teaching didactic courses, representing the UUGPGC at national meetings and conferences, and serving as a liaison between the UUGPGC and the Graduate School, School of Medicine, and participating departments.

Clinical care will include providing genetic counseling services in general genetics and/or pediatric specialties clinics under the Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics. Clinical activities may be carried out at Primary Children's Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah, the University of Utah Hospital, and outreach clinics within and outside Utah.

There is an expectation for academic work including clinical care/practice advancement, education, investigation, administration, and advocacy.

Qualified candidates must have post-graduate education in genetic counseling (minimum of master's degree); certification in Genetic Counseling from the American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics, or equivalent; current license to practice as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Utah; minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of genetic counseling; and teaching and research experience in the field of genetic counseling. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical Track at the rank of Assistant Professor. Full onsite presence is required.

Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/198028. Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Personal Statement of clinical, research, teaching, and administrative experience are required.
For additional information about the position, please contact Karin Dent, MS, Program Director of UUGPGC, at karin.dent@hsc.utah.edu.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

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The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Personal Statement of clinical, research, teaching, and administrative experience are required.
Open Date 03/31/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN04035F Type Faculty

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