Academic Program Specialist

Job overview

The Academic Program Specialist role is onsite in Fort Worth, TX, with a salary range of $52,008–$59,040 annually, commensurate with experience. The position supports the College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at UNT Health Fort Worth, whose work includes education, student services, and research. The specialist provides administrative and operational support that helps academic programs run effectively. The role coordinates semester readiness, course logistics, records, and reporting so faculty and students have the materials, systems, and services needed for instruction and program operations.

What you'll do

• Coordinate administrative activities and support leadership and faculty
• support program development, student services, evaluation, recruitment, enrollment, and retention
• prepare analytical and statistical reports
• maintain program records and materials
• coordinate semester activities, room bookings, Canvas setup, syllabus checks, and instructional logistics
• track course preparation and conduct readiness audits
• maintain documentation for accreditation, reviews, and reporting.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

academic program specialist

higher education

academic administration

course coordination

student services

canvas

fort worth tx

university of north texas system

$52,008–$59,040/year

monday–friday

8:00 am–5:00 pm

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• TRS retirement eligibility
• benefits information is available through the University of North Texas System.

Why this role

Supports course setup and semester readiness, including Canvas course shells, instructional technology, assessments, quizzes, classroom reservations, and Team Learning Exercises.

About the employer

University of North Texas System is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.