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Academic Program Coordinator

🇺🇸 Hybrid - University Park, Pennsylvania 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $37K - $54K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ September 9th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Penn State's Department of Chemistry is looking for an Academic Program Coordinator to support its Undergraduate Program Office. This role handles the day-to-day academic administration that keeps students, faculty, and courses running smoothly, from registration support to exam logistics.

Highlights
  • Assist with student registrations and course-related processes
  • Support exam scheduling, conflict exams, and proctor assignments
  • Coordinate textbook orders and collect course syllabi
  • Assist faculty with room reservations and course evaluations
  • Manage department purchases and reconcile expense accounts

Academic Program Coordinator Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants
 
 
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Pennsylvania State University Department of Chemistry is seeking to fill an Academic Program Coordinator - Support in its Undergraduate Program Office.
Duties include the following:
  • Assist with student registrations (LionPATH);
  • Provide course assistance, to include: assisting with exams, scheduling conflict exams and proctor assignments; submitting textbook orders; and collecting syllabi;
  • Assist with course evaluations;
  • Assist faculty with room reservations (CollegeNet/25Live);
  • Make supply purchases (PSUbuy) for the department and reconcile p-cards (SAP Concur);
  • Greet department visitors and students;
  • Answer and direct phone calls and e-mails
This position will serve as a back-up to other academic program staff in the Undergraduate Program Office.
This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. Some portion of work will be required to be performed on campus.
 
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSGeneral Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)No prior relevant work experience 
requiredRequired Certifications:None
 
 
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
 Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
 
SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $36,888.00 - $53,532.00.
 
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
 
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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