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SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement programs to serve the career advancement related needs of NY area graduate students and post-docs. Develop events to provide networking and educational opportunities for young scientists. Working closely with other departments at the Academy, help raise support and publicize events and programs.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conceptualize, develop, implement, and promote programs and events on career issues for grad students and post docs, taking advantage of the Academy's unique resource as an institution at the intersection of academe, business, and government, with its enormous convening and dissemination power.
For a complete description of the job, please see:
http://www.nyas.org/about/careers.asp
REQUIREMENTS:
Ph.D. in the sciences (Master's degree with relevant experience also considered) with at least 2 years experience in program management. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task, work creatively and independently as well as function in a team environment. Must be available to travel 10% - 20% of time. >
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications should include the following: CV or résumé, cover letter that includes salary history and/or requirements, and a 1-2 page analysis of the Science Alliance program to include in its programming initiatives. This statement should reflect an understanding of emerging trends in graduate student and postdoc career mentoring programs and anticipated challenges. Please email your application to wcaruso (at) nyas.org. Please visit: www.nyas.org
