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Director of Academic Partnerships and Research Opportunities (Academic Program Director) – Macaulay Honors College

POSITION DETAILS

Since 1847, The City University of New York has provided a path to success for generations of New Yorkers. In this rich tradition, Macaulay Honors College was established in 2001 as a consortial college linked with eight CUNY partners—Baruch College, Brooklyn College, City College of New York, College of Staten Island, Hunter College, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Lehman College, and Queens College—to integrate the vast resources of the City University with New York’s cultural, scientific, and business communities. As a top Honors college in the nation, Macaulay offers a first-rate experiential education to high achieving students— especially those who are first generation and low income—along with access to the immersive opportunities that help them achieve big, bold dreams. Under the leadership of its new Dean, Dr. Dara N. Byrne, Macaulay Honors College is on a distinct mission to reimagine equity, excellence, and access.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer, the Director of Academic Partnerships and Research Opportunities plays a central role in the College’s expansion of academic pathways and research opportunities for Macaulay students.

This Director oversees the development, implementation, maintenance, and assessment of strategic academic partnerships that lead to high-value credentials essential for leadership positions in multiple domains, such as undergraduate-to-graduate pipelines and 4+1 pathways within and beyond the CUNY system. Given the importance of high-quality research experiences to successful graduate- and professional-school admission, the Director of Academic Partnerships and Research Opportunities will also oversee undergraduate research initiatives for Academic Affairs, including summer research experience for undergraduates, research symposia, Undergraduate Research Awards, and faculty support and recognition for research mentoring of Macaulay students. All Macaulay students must complete a thesis or capstone experience as part of their graduation requirements, and the Director will facilitate cross-institutional opportunities for students to share their research, with the larger goal of raising the profile of undergraduate research by Macaulay students both within and outside of the consortium.

The ideal candidate for this position is highly organized and has excellent facilitation, collaboration and interpersonal skills.

In addition to the duties outlined in the CUNY Title Overview, the Director’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

- In collaboration with the Legal Counsel, identify, negotiate, and establish new partnerships, articulation agreements, and MOUs with external institutions for accelerated programs and undergraduate-to-graduate pipelines.

- Manage existing 4+1 programs and other accelerated degree pathways, including collaborating with partners on recruitment and admissions.

- Collaborate with academic departments, deans, and faculty to align curricula between undergraduate and graduate programs where possible.

- Collaborate with Enrollment Management in the marketing and recruitment strategies to promote accelerated pathways to prospective and current students.

- Assess the success of current and new partnerships and pipelines, including enrollment trends, completion rates, and student outcomes.

- Build and maintain productive relationships with external partners through regular communication and program reviews.

- Coordinate with Financial Aid and other College offices to regularize streamlined processes for students in accelerated programs.

- Develop policies and procedures that govern accelerated and graduate pathways and ensure consistent implementation.

- Collaborate with partner campus Directors and Advisors on advising and promotional materials for accelerated programs and research opportunities.

- Prepare reports and communications for College leadership on partnership outcomes and academic opportunities.

- Oversee co-curricular programming at the College to prepare students for admission to and success in graduate and professional programs, including exploration of graduate and professional school exploration and test preparation.

- Manage the yearly Outstanding Undergraduate Research Awards that recognizes and showcases Macaulay student research and faculty mentorship across the consortium.

- Oversee the development and maintenance of a Macaulay honors thesis and capstone archive.

- Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Dean and Chief Academic Officer.

Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work in the office.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and eight years' relevant experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

- PhD or other advanced degree preferred.

- Expert knowledge of and demonstrated success in developing, implementing, and assessing curriculum across institutional boundaries.

- Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education curriculum development.

- Experience managing undergraduate research symposia or conferences.

- Experience with honors college programming and supporting high-achieving students.

- Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse constituencies; ability to explain complex concepts to professional college staff, college officials.

- Superior written and oral communication skills.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Directs curriculum development and operations of a College's specialized academic program under executive oversight.

- Designs, implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan

- Administers all curricular, administrative, and financial aspects of the program

- Oversees program evaluation efforts and creates strategic plan to further develop program offerings

- Manages annual budget; develops proposals and other initiatives for expanded program support

- Cultivates and maintains strategic partnerships; serves as primary liaison to faculty and administrators to plan and execute programming activities

- May participate in faculty recruitment efforts

- Manages professional and clerical staff

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Program Director

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$109,898 - $118,070 . Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

October 22, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

30938

Location

Graduate Center