Columbia University · 1 month ago
Program Manager, Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Management Program
Manhattanville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$67K/yr - $77K/yr
2+ years expColumbia University is a prestigious institution that prepares students to lead in a rapidly changing world. The Program Manager will play a central role in managing the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Management Program, executing key programmatic functions, coordinating events, and supporting engagement activities to enhance the program's visibility and mission.
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Responsibilities
In coordination with the Deputy Director, manages the planning, execution, and follow-through of HPM flagship events, including but not limited to the Healthcare Leadership Series, Healthcare Lunch Series, Alumni Mentorship Program kickoff, Gabelli Symposium, annual HCIA Conference, and other panels and industry engagements
Oversees all event logistics from concept through execution, including timeline planning, contracting, vendor management, catering, room and technology coordination, registration management, guest communication, and onsite leadership
Develops event content in partnership with program leadership by drafting discussion prompts, briefing materials, and event descriptions
Identifies and coordinates with internal and external partners to support event marketing, sponsorship conversations, and promotional strategies
Ensures high-quality attendee experience and manages post-event follow-up and reporting
Serves as project lead for the Alumni Mentorship Program by managing pre-semester planning and setup, managing applications, coordinating alumni and student outreach, facilitating matches, and supporting ongoing engagement and evaluation activities
Designs and manages administrative systems necessary for the effective delivery of the mentorship program and other student-facing initiatives
Supports the Deputy Director in managing student interactions at events, mentorship sessions, and program activities, serving as a knowledgeable and welcoming representative of HPM
Maintains and updates program websites, marketing materials, and outreach lists to enhance visibility and engagement, and supports HPM’s social media presence by developing and implementing content in collaboration with the Deputy Director to ensure alignment with School standards and program messaging
Assists with producing and distributing the monthly HPM newsletter, contributing to content planning, drafting, layout, and dissemination to students, alumni, and industry partners
Represents the program at events and engagements across campus and externally as needed
Supports the maintenance of HPM’s student and alumni database by entering, updating, and organizing data, generating basic reports and insights, and coordinating with engineering partners and consultants on enhancements and data integrity efforts
Provides administrative and operational support to the Deputy Director, including scheduling, meeting preparation, office coordination, and follow-through on key action items
Processes financial transactions such as reimbursements, invoices, vendor payments, and purchasing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with School procedures
Contributes to special projects, new initiatives, and team planning efforts, offering proactive support during peak periods and program cycles
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience is required
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); comfort with databases and digital communication platforms
Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism; ability to interact effectively with faculty, students, alumni, and senior executives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team
Willingness to work occasional evenings as needed for events
Preferred
Experience in higher education, healthcare, or related industries
Company
Columbia University
Columbia University is a research institution and Ivy League school for undergraduate and graduate students across various fields
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21.84MKey Investors
ValeNational Institutes of HealthNational Science Foundation
2024-09-24Grant· $0.02M
2023-08-17Grant
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
Leadership Team
Jeannette Wing
Executive Vice President for Research and Professor of Computer Science
Asaf Cidon
Assistant Professor, EE and CS
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