Academic Manager

Overview

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is seeking an Academic Manager for International Programs. Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm | $70,000/year. To apply, please visit

The Academic Manager provides pedagogical leadership and curriculum development for the Intensive English Program and custom international education programs within Global Grants and Academic Programs (GAP). This position ensures high-quality, innovative, project-based learning experiences for diverse international constituents including degree-seeking students, short-term program participants, visiting scholars, and grant participants. The Academic Manager collaborates across GAP to develop engaging, academically grounded educational experiences aligned with global language learning standards.

The Academic Manager provides instructional support during high-demand periods or special program needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Applied Linguistics, Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in language teaching and program leadership.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education.

We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.

At UNO, we are Mavericks—independent thinkers, resilient leaders, and relentless problem-solvers—driven to make a difference in our communities and beyond.

As a member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO provides a comprehensive NUFlex benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; retirement plans with TIAA and Fidelity; flexible spending accounts; and wellness and mental health resources. Many of our employees enjoy a university-wide holiday break in December, made possible in part by five floating holidays, in addition to eight fixed paid holidays.

Other benefits include generous vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition remission for employees and eligible family members, access to discount programs, and robust support for work-life balance.

Initial screening for minimum qualifications will begin immediately. Detailed review of applications for candidacy will begin on or after 02/05/2026. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. All interested parties must apply through UNO’s online portal. Materials submitted by other means will not be considered.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents.

These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.