Academic Coordinator I (CNLM)

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,228-$122,272. See Academic Coordinator - Fiscal Year for the salary range for this position.

Application Window

Open date: April 17, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory (CNLM)'s Office of Outreach and Education invites applications for the full-time in-person position of Academic Coordinator I. The CNLM Office of Outreach and Education is dedicated to fostering public engagement with brain science, broadening participation in neuroscience and training the next generation of neuroscience leaders.

Under the supervision of the CNLM Director of Outreach and Education, Dr. Manuella Oliveira Yassa, the incumbent will be responsible for managing, implementing, and growing several outreach, training, and education programs that the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, and private fund. These programs include the CNLM Ambassadors program, the UCI Brain Camp, the Brain Explorer Academy (a Science Education Partnership Award), the Irvine Summer Institute in Neuroscience, and the Center's T32 graduate training program, as well as others. The incumbent will also be responsible for conducting evidence-based research on program efficacy, implement best practices, manage resources and students affiliated with the programs, and work closely with the Director to summarize data, analyze and report outcomes in the form of publications, posters, technical reports, and other materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management: Manage and advance major programs such as the CNLM Ambassador program, UCI Brain Camp, Brain Explorer Academy, Irvine Summer Institute in Neuroscience, and the Center's T32 graduate training program.
• Program Development: Assist with the evolution of these programs to better serve our community, increase participation, and achieve strategic outreach objectives
• Research and Evaluation: Assist with the development and implementation of research studies to assess program impact and effectiveness, implement evidence-based practices, and generate detailed reports including publications, posters, and technical documents.
• Resource Management: Manage resources effectively, coordinate with students and stakeholders involved in the programs, and ensure efficient use of assets.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Collaborate with the Director to analyze data, track outcomes, and communicate findings to various stakeholders.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Accepting All Applications.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
* Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
* Cover Letter
* Statement of Research (Optional)
* Reflective Teaching and Mentoring Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.
(Optional)

Reference requirements
* 3-5 required (contact information only)