Academic Support Coordinator

Academic Support Coordinator

Posting Number  | S06665P
Position Title  | Academic Support Coordinator
Functional Title  |
Department  | Psychology
Salary Range  | $45,000 - $50,000, DOQ
Pay Basis  | Monthly
Position Status  | Regular full-time
Location  | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Posting Open Date  | 10/08/2025
Posting Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | No
Desired Start Date  | 10/20/2025
Job Summary  | The Academic Support Coordinator (ASC) works with program leadership on the full cycle of student recruitment through alumni status and interacts with interested stakeholders and administration through various methods and means. The ASC will contribute to process improvements and implementation in their perspective areas. They will be responsible for a variety of administrative and program delivery duties, including student course enrollment, milestone markers, student recruitment, admissions, and student professional development.

This position is within the department of Psychology in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) and provides excellent customer service in coordinating the academic support processes for the PhD programs in Cognition and Neuroscience (CN) and Psychology.

Minimum Education and Experience  | Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Four or more years of administrative office experience in an academic environment. Excellent computer skills with various programs and ability to work with specialized databases. Outstanding customer service skills.

Preferred Education and Experience  | Preferred Education and Experience Master’s degree is preferred. Preferred experience working to support higher education programs and supporting students in their academic programs.
Other Qualifications  | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Manages program inquiries and program admission, including program recruitment Work with the admission’s committee, facilitating and planning doctoral student visiting days Registers students each semester, and updates student degree plans at the completion of a semester and during the enrollment periods Collaborates with department staff, faculty and students for special projects as needed, including implementing professional development for doctoral students Plays a key role supporting departmental ASCs, including working toward centralizing processes Manages and tracks student pre-dissertation milestones: project submissions and paperwork, including extension requests and approvals Coordinates and tracks dissertation process: pre-proposal, proposal approval, defended and committee formed Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Respond with adaptability to rapidly changing priorities and work well under pressure Perform in a manner that is reliable, dedicated, productive and exhibits strong self-initiative Thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines Utilize organization, communication, and time management skills to complete tasks with little to no supervision Excellent customer service skills with the ability to defuse tension in customer interactions, should it arise Ability to collaborate and negotiate to achieve a desired outcome Ability to persuade and motivate others to pursue action Excellent written and verbal skills Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability work both as a team and independently Be detail-oriented with a high level of energy, integrity and enthusiasm Be sensitive to the concerns and needs of various student populations
Physical Demands and Working Conditions  |
Physical Activities  |
Working Conditions  |
Additional Information  | Remote Work:
After the appropriate training period, this position may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area for prompt arrival on campus with a 24-hour notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

Travel:
Occasional travel may occur to conferences or trainings for professional development or program needs.

What We Can Offer:
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
Competitive Salary
Tuition Benefits
Internal Training
Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary  |
Important Message  | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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Applicant Documents

Human Resources, 
 800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418 
 Richardson, 
 TX 75080-3021

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