Program Manager CTSC - FT, Day - Center City (Hybrid)

About the role

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

• Monday through Friday
• Flex start time (8 hrs/day)
• 40 hours weekly

The Program Manager Academic is responsible for the planning, implementation, management, and continuous improvement of academic programs, educational initiatives, and/or curriculum operations. This role partners closely with faculty, academic leadership, and administrative units to ensure effective program delivery, operational excellence, alignment with institutional priorities, and a high-quality educational experience. The Program Manager independently oversees program operations, evaluates program effectiveness, and identifies opportunities to improve processes, outcomes, and stakeholder engagement.

Job Duties

• Plan, implement, and manage academic programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
• Manages program operations, oversees scheduling, events, communications, and maintenance of documentation and systems.
• Serve as a key liaison among faculty, leadership, students, and administrative units to support collaboration and program activities.
• Collect, analyze, and report on program data and outcomes to inform decision-making and recommends continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support resource development efforts, including identifying funding opportunities and assisting with grant or program-related submissions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5 years of relevant experience in program management, academic administration, healthcare, or higher education.
• Strong project and program management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment
• Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse stakeholder groups
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complex processes and timelines
• Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office or similar platforms
• Experience with academic technologies (e.g., learning management systems, databases) preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree higher education, public administration or related field preferred.
• 1 year experience in a university or academic setting strongly preferred.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.

Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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