The Academic Project Manager plays a key role in supporting the Accounting Area at the Jindal School of Management (JSOM), helping drive initiatives that enhance student success and program visibility. This role is responsible for coordinating program marketing efforts, collecting and analyzing data, preparing reports, and tracking progress toward strategic objectives.

In addition, the Academic Project Manager oversees more advanced academic advising activities and leads the coordination of events, retention initiatives, and student outreach efforts. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across teams and contribute to innovative projects that strengthen the academic experience and advance the mission of JSOM.

Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of relevant experience, including two (2) years working with students in a college or university setting.

Preferred Education and Experience
Candidates with a degree in accounting and/or CPA License preferred.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Work will be performed on-site and in person.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

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