Academic Program Specialist

The Academic Program Specialist for the Doctor of Medicine program supports the delivery of the four-year Physician-Citizen-Scholar curriculum. Under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director for the Office of Curriculum, the Academic Program Specialist provides administrative and operational support in the delivery of the curriculum. Specific duties include:

• Manage the scheduling of courses, trainings, workshops and skills assessments in the curriculum. Reserve rooms, ensure appropriate equipment is available and coordinate students' and faculty participation.
• Coordinate the production and dissemination of calendars/course schedules and other academic material. Assist in revisions and edits of materials and upload into the learning management system.
• Identify and assess concerns related to the curriculum and facilitate appropriate intervention under the direction of faculty and staff leadership.
• Participates in curriculum committee meetings. Follow up on action items and completes special projects.
• Coordinate faculty meetings and training.
• Monitor student attendance at required sessions
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.76 - $30.90. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree. Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience: 2 years. Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum experience


Minimum Field of Expertise: Experience in higher education and/or customer service. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills for interacting with both domestic and international stakeholders.


Demonstrated attention to detail.
Proven ability to plan, implement, and coordinate program logistics. Demonstrated database/data entry experience. Proven project management and problem solving skills, able to handle multiple timelines, changing priorities, and fluctuating workloads.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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