Academic Program Specialist II

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $55K - $60K

💻 Other

🗓️ September 30th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring an Academic Program Specialist II to provide administrative support for the management of the Ph.D. Program in the College of Design, Construction & Planning as well as assisting with other graduate programs and research initiatives. The role involves leading Ph.D. program admissions, student advising, retention, reporting, and supporting the Associate Dean for Research & Strategic Initiatives with academic and research administrative tasks.

Highlights

Manage Ph.D. program admissions, application processing, and communication with applicants and students.
Advise Ph.D. students on registration, academic records, degree progress, and graduation milestones.
Support Ph.D. Program Director with strategic planning, reporting, and faculty evaluations.
Provide administrative support to the Associate Dean for Research & Strategic Initiatives, including schedule management and strategic projects.
Coordinate academic events such as graduate recruitment, research symposiums, and seminars.
Assist with internal grant proposal reviews and dissemination of funding opportunities.
Maintain updated program materials including website and handbook.
Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or equivalent.
Preferred skills include knowledge of Student Information System, GIMS, PeopleSoft (UF Portal), and graduate program policies.
Salary range is $55,000 - $60,000 annually.