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Columbia University

Education Assistant

🇺🇸 New York, NY

🕑 Part-Time

💰 $25 per Hour

💻 Other

🗓️ September 22nd, 2025

Canvas LMS

Edtech.com's Summary

Columbia University is hiring an Education Assistant. This part-time role involves providing administrative and communications support for Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs, coordinating courses, managing communications with physicians and faculty, and maintaining organized documentation to ensure smooth operation of CME offerings.

Highlights
  • Provide administrative support for in-person, virtual, and on-demand CME courses
  • Serve as primary contact for physicians and course faculty with professional communication
  • Manage course enrollment, track attendance, and assist in preparing course materials
  • Maintain organized digital filing systems and update course content on websites or LMS platforms
  • Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors as needed
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with digital tools such as Zoom, Canvas or other LMS platforms, and basic website updates
  • Comfortable using Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, with strong organizational and communication skills
  • Preferred experience includes supporting medical education, knowledge of CME processes, and event logistics management

Education Assistant Full Description

  • Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
  • Bargaining Unit:
  • Regular/Temporary: Temporary
  • End Date if Temporary: 09/30/2025
  • Hours Per Week: 19
  • Standard Work Schedule:
  • Building:
  • Salary Range: $25/HR-$25/H
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
 
Position Summary
The Institute of Human Nutrition is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Education Assistant to provide administrative and communications support for our Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs. This part-time role is ideal for a professional with excellent organizational and communication skills who can manage multiple tasks, work independently, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations of our CME courses.

The Education Assistant will work closely with program leadership, physicians, and faculty to support course coordination, manage communications, and maintain organized documentation for CME offerings.

Benefits:
  • Flexible work schedule (19 hours/week)
  • Opportunity to work with leading faculty and clinicians
  • Professional experience in medical and academic education
  • Supportive team environment

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and brief cover letter with the subject line: Education Assistant – CME Application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support for in-person, virtual, and on-demand CME courses
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for physicians and course faculty, handling professional and timely communications
  • Respond to emails promptly and manage time-sensitive requests
  • Assist in preparing and organizing course materials, including presentations, handouts, and evaluation forms
  • Support course enrollment processes and track attendance
  • Maintain organized digital filing systems for course documents, evaluations, and promotional materials
  • Draft and edit communications, including course announcements, reminders, and follow-up emails
  • Update course-related content on websites or learning management systems
  • Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors as needed

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree (or working toward a degree) preferred
  • Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Professional email communication style with a commitment to fast response times
  • Ability to interact professionally with physicians, faculty, and administrative staff
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Comfort with digital tools (Zoom, Canvas or LMS platforms, basic website updates)
  • Comfortable with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, In Design)
  • Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting medical education, healthcare, or academic programs
  • Familiarity with CME course processes and accreditation requirements
  • Experience managing course logistics and/or virtual events
 
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