Director of Graduate Studies

The Department of Family Science (FMSC), School of Public Health (SPH), University of Maryland, College Park seeks a full-time Assistant Clinical Professor to join a dynamic department that includes programs in Family Science, Maternal and Child Health, and Couple and Family Therapy. This faculty member will serve as the Director of Graduate Studies, assuming multiple administrative responsibilities for our graduate programs including our doctoral programs in Family Science and Maternal and Child Health, and our master’s program in Couple and Family Therapy. The person in this position will collaborate closely with the Graduate Committee and the Director of the Couple and Family Therapy (CFT) program. This person will teach one undergraduate or graduate course in the fall and spring semesters. Additionally, the Assistant Clinical Professor will teach one undergraduate course in one of the summer terms. The Graduate Director may supervise one 10-hour administrative assistantship student. The Graduate Director will report to the department chair. Administrative responsibilities will include the following:Recruitment and Admissions Responsibilities:Manage all recruitment activities including preparation for FMSC departmental participation in SPH open house, fielding prospective student inquiries and facilitating interactions with the Graduate Committee and faculty members, ensuring all recruitment materials are prepared for national conferences and other recruitment tabling events, and maintaining all admissions information on FMSC and Graduate School website page consistent and up to date.Oversee the admissions processes including review of applicants, interviews, and offers of admission in collaboration with the Graduate Committee, other faculty, and the Couple & Family Therapy Program Director.Graduate Program Responsibilities:Work in partnership with the Graduate Committee to plan and conduct orientation activities for new graduate students.Oversee student matriculation and progress through the graduate programs. Oversee course enrollment for graduate students. Conduct graduation clearances for graduate students in the department.Advise students on registration and course of study, securing course permissions, basic academic advising, approval of policy exceptions for students, and completion of all forms for the Graduate School throughout their enrollment.Serve on the department's Awards committee. Oversee the nomination of graduate student awards and fellowships.Work with the chair on graduate assistantship assignments, contracts, and scheduling.Serve as liaison on graduate enrollment between the department, the registrar, and other university offices.Maintain alumni engagement in partnership with the Department Chair.Administrative Duties:Maintain up to date program handbooks, forms and other information on the FMSC website.Work with the Department Chair and Assistant Director of Administration on accreditation needs related to all graduate programs reporting and data requests from university offices.Participate in Graduate Public Health Programs Committee in the School of Public Health and in the Graduate School.Teaching Responsibilities:Teach three courses per year (undergraduate or graduate course).Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:A doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Family Science, Maternal and Child Health, social or behavioral science or other relevant discipline is required. At least 1 year of administrative experience in an academic setting or evidence of leadership and administrative experience in a similar capacity required. Demonstrated evidence of excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. Must be able to manage multiple administrative tasks and interact effectively with faculty, staff and students. A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to working with a diverse student body. Demonstrated skill in problem-solving, listening, and interacting constructively with diverse audiences.Preferences:Experience teaching courses related to Family Science, Maternal & Child Health, and family health and well-being at the undergraduate or graduate level.Administrative experience with students in an academic setting, including student affairs advising experience, especially graduate students.Familiarity with the research process.Capacity to foster students' progress through the graduate program's research obligations.

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