How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
What You'll Do
The Department of Industrial & Operations Engineering is growing its Student Services team by adding a Student Funding Coordinator. As the Student Funding Coordinator, you will be responsible for assisting with the success of our graduate programs (Ph.D., Masters, and M.Eng.) by coordinating the funding and financial aid of our graduate students. You will work closely with the Student Services team, the Research Administration team, and the Department Administrator to process fellowships and student appointments as well as track the financial support of our graduate students. You will report directly to the Student Services Manager.
In this role, you will
- Collaborate with the Student Services Manager to plan and track financial support for students
- Assign and process student employment positions (GSI, GSRA, instructional aides, graders, research assistants, etc.)
- Process fellowship and scholarship awards
- Coordinate external funding opportunities for students
- Assist with logistics of graduate admissions
- Complete department- and college-level reporting
- Collaborate with the Master's Program Director to organize professional development opportunities for graduate students
- Assist with student services activities
- Other duties as assigned
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
The Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering (IOE) at the University of Michigan College of Engineering is at the forefront of research in energy, healthcare, supply-chain logistics, and transportation. Our researchers improve patient access to healthcare systems, predict the impact of power outages from hurricanes, improve accessibility to public transportation for wheelchair/scooter riders, design sustainable energy systems of the future, and much more.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree and two to three years of relevant student services experience or equivalent amount of education and experience
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office) and experience with Excel and database programs
- Proven strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations
Desired Qualifications*
- Excellent problem solving skills, superior organizational skills, self-starter, and ability to effectively work with a diverse group of faculty and students
- Experience with various sources of funding for graduate students
- Experience with managing accounting spreadsheets and finance tracking
- Knowledge of GEO and Academic HR policies
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
