International Programs Director

Job Title

International Programs Director

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M’s Chemistry Department is seeking a part-time International Programs Director (IPD) to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, development, staffing, implementation, and continuous improvement of education and outreach programs with international partners aligned with the mission of the NSF‑CMCC. This role ensures programs are effectively managed to achieve meaningful impact while meeting institutional priorities and grant requirements.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Develops and leads strategic education and outreach programs, including setting goals, policies, and long‑term initiatives aligned with the NSF‑CMCC mission and institutional priorities.
• Supervises outreach staff and coordinates education and engagement efforts across CMCC partner institutions and university departments to ensure effective program delivery and resource utilization.
• Oversees the planning, design, and execution of educational and public engagement initiatives, including lectures, workshops, special events, and signature programs such as the International Research Experiences for Students (IRES).
• Serves as the primary liaison to external partners and stakeholders, including Beyond Benign, the Science History Institute, international partners, and community audiences such as K–12 educators, veterans, and the general public.
• Facilitates collaboration and communication across faculty, students, partners, and institutions, ensuring broad dissemination of international program opportunities and materials through multiple platforms.
• Develops, manages, and oversees budgets for education and outreach programs, ensuring fiscal responsibility, grant compliance, and alignment with funding requirements.
• Identifies, secures, and supports funding opportunities to expand and sustain education and outreach initiatives, including contributing to grant submissions and renewal efforts.
• Leads the development and implementation of program assessment and evaluation tools, collaborating with the External Advisory Board and NSF to analyze results and implement continuous improvements.
• Prepares reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including annual reports, funding agency submissions, and program updates.
• Represents the center at conferences, recruitment events, and external meetings, promoting education and outreach programs, strengthening partnerships, and supporting long‑term strategic planning.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten years of related experience in international programs.
  
  
  

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• PhD in Chemistry or related field.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong public speaking, organizational, leadership, and supervisory skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
  
  
  

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Special Note: Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future.

What you need to do:

Select the Apply button to begin your application. Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
  
  
  

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.