Director of Student Fellowships & Research

Director of Student Fellowships & Research Job Summary

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Director of Student Fellowships and Research provides leadership and administration of the College’s fellowship advising program. Serving as the primary point person for competitive academic opportunities for undergraduates and recent graduates of the College, the Director leads, organizes, and oversees the nomination processes for a host of national fellowships as well as competitions for Bowdoin-funded awards that support student research.

The position liaises with students, faculty, the Student Fellowships Committee, national foundations and funding agencies, and other administrative offices within the College to support and promote the mission of the department.

This position will develop and oversee strategies to identify, recruit, and support students and alumni in seeking national fellowship opportunities appropriate to their personal and academic interests. It will also develop and direct policies and administrative processes for Bowdoin-funded student research opportunities (i.e., Fall Research Award, Summer Research Fellowships, Mini-Grants for Research), working with the Student Fellowships Committee.

We will begin review of applications starting on June 30th.

• The hiring range for this position is expected to be: $93,500-$101,500

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Generous Retirement Plan – 401(a) and 403(b)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
• Household access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool

Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred.

• Strong knowledge of current professional practices and issues related to national fellowships and the administration of undergraduate research programs.
• Demonstrate a high level of skill writing as well as editing, managing budgets, supervising others, and working with computers/technology (e.g., databases and website management tools).
• Ability to lead the development of policy initiatives and programming structures, effectively interact with various constituencies (e.g., students, administrators, faculty, donors, parents, and community members) who may have competing priorities
• Exhibit exceptional self-motivation and attention to detail as well as judgment and problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations
• Exercise exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management skills that enable the department to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication, advising, and public presentation skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity as well as contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.

At least 1-3 years of related experience required. 4-7 years of experience is desired.

• Advising or mentoring, preferably in an academic environment.
• Knowledge of national fellowships and scholarships, foundations, or grant writing.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations concerning research compliance preferred.
• Excellent organizational, writing, interpersonal communication.
• Ability to connect with students and collaborate with faculty.

Typical hours are Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. but some nights and weekends are required. This is an exempt position requiring the time commitment necessary to satisfactorily complete job requirements. Given the cyclical and deadline-driven nature of the work, there will be times when more than 40 hours per week is required.

This is an on-site role, and candidates must be able to work in person on Bowdoin College Campus in Brunswick, Maine.

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

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