EDUCATION COORDINATOR (HUNTSVILLE, AL)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a leading public research university and academic health center committed to excellence in education, research, patient care, and community service. Among its many campuses, the Huntsville Regional Campus plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of medical professionals by providing comprehensive educational programs tailored to medical students and other healthcare trainees. UAB's dedication to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment is central to its mission and values, ensuring all students and staff receive support and opportunities without discrimination.

Located onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Huntsville Regional Campus is seeking an experienced Education Coordinator to provide vital administrative, educational, enrollment, and logistical support to up to 70 medical students during their 3rd and 4th-year clinical experience. This role is essential in coordinating student programs, schedules, and events, facilitating smooth communication between students, faculty, and clinical sites, and ensuring compliance with accreditation and institutional standards.

The Education Coordinator will serve as the program and event planner for various student services, including orientations, graduation ceremonies, guest lectures, and other formal educational events. Maintaining extensive documentation for accreditation reports and site visits is also a key function of this position, emphasizing the importance of detail-oriented and organized record-keeping. The Coordinator works closely with physicians, their office staff, Enrollment Management, the Huntsville MSS Director, and other academic offices to create and adjust rotation schedules tailored to student needs.

This position involves direct engagement with trainee evaluations, grade calculations, and exam administration, making it a hands-on role in student assessment and academic administration. The Coordinator will also function as a crucial liaison ensuring seamless communication and logistic organization to support the medical education mission. Employment for this role is onsite at the Huntsville campus, offering a salary range between $19.80 and $25.75 per hour.

Ideal candidates will have at least an associate's degree or equivalent experience in a related field with a minimum of two years of relevant experience, preferably in academic student services or resident support. Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills are vital to success in this role. The position supports the University of Alabama at Birmingham's broader commitment to equal education and employment opportunities, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. This role not only contributes to medical student success but also enhances the overall educational environment at the Huntsville Regional Campus.