Academic Program Manager



Academic Program Manager
Brown University

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Job Description:

About Brown:

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

About the Opportunity:

The Data Science Institute (DSI) is a campus hub for research and education in the emerging field of data science. DSI currently includes two interdisciplinary research centers, the Center for Computational Molecular Biology (CCMB) and the Center for Technological Responsibility (CNTR). DSI partners with multiple Departments and Centers to offer academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels (including both a residential and on-line Masters program), hosts postdoctoral researchers, and supports collaborative and interdisciplinary data science research across campus.

Responsibilities:

The Academic Program Manager oversees all aspects of the academic programs of the Data Science Institute and its two research institutes, managing a complex network of interdisciplinary partnerships. In addition to its residential and on-line Data Science master's program, DSI houses ScB and AB in Computational Biology undergraduates, PhD students in Computational Biology, and faculty where the fields of Computer Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Applied Mathematics, Biostatistics, Biomedical Informatics, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry, Public Health, and humanities intersect.

The Academic Program Manager administers all PhD, graduate, masters and undergraduate programs offered through DSI, from recruiting, admissions and advising to commencement and alumni relations. Coordinates with departmental graduate programs across campus to manage student fellowships and awards, maintains student records and ensures compliance with university academic procedures and policies, and provides a student-centered approach to the academic community of the Data Science Institute.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

  • Required: BA or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 3-5 years of experience related to program coordination, ideally in higher education.

Job Competencies
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Customer-service orientation.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Excellent administrative and organization skills.
  • Initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft and/or Google platforms.


Salary Grade:

9

Additional Information:

Applicants are asked to include a cover letter and resume.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here .

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-02-11

Job Posting Title:
Academic Program Manager

Department:
Data Science Institute

Grade:
Grade 9

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type :
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5

Position Work Location:
Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu .

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.









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