Academic Program Coordinator - Biotechnology

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

SCC is seeking an Academic Program Coordinator to, in collaboration with the Dean, provide leadership and coordination of the administration and operational aspects of the Biotechnology program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist leadership with academic schedules, curriculum development, and tracking documentation and materials for the Biotechnology program.
• Implement outreach and recruitment strategies for K-12 partnerships, four (4) year institutions, and business & industry collaborations.
• Collaborate with department colleagues and disciplines to determine relevant pathways, both for-credit and non-credit, for students seeking certifications and degrees in different disciplines.
• Maintain industry relevancy of course and program learning outcomes.
• Establish internship opportunities.
• Attend Project Lead the Way, science fairs, and other STEM-related events.
• Develop presentations for high school classrooms. Develop curriculum for and teach summer workshops.
• Maintain communication with Advisory Board, particularly industry partners.

As an institutional leader, the APC will:

• Develop and prepare faculty schedules and associated room assignments.
• Visit program sites and classrooms to monitor and evaluate program/faculty effectiveness.
• assist in preparation of the college catalog, class schedules, and other public information regarding their program. The APC will develop/maintain relationships, and lead students, faculty, and staff in a diverse environment. Leading and participating in department and staff/faculty discipline meetings and advisory boards will be a critical function of this role.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Masters degree or Ph.D. in Biotechnology or Biochemistry OR Bachelor's degree with significant and equivalent industry experience required.

Reporting Relationship

• Dean of Mathematics and Sciences

Note: Will be subject to a criminal background check.

St Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer