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The Admission Counselor will work as part of a team of admission professionals responsible for recruiting and selecting a class of entering first year students that fulfills a range of enrollment goals. The Admission Counselor is responsible for developing and executing a data-informed virtual and in-person recruitment strategy for a selection of assigned recruitment territories. Recruitment activities may include high school visits, college fairs, interviews and information sessions. The position will also be responsible for reading first year admission applications through a holistic reading process including making terminal decisions on application files. They will serve as a voting member of the admission selection committee. The role will conduct work that supports the College’s enrollment goals and be able to articulate the benefits of a liberal arts education. They will use professional judgement in determining suitable candidates for admission, along with serving on one or more project-based teams. Extensive travel and evening/weekend work is required. Key Responsibilities:

- Review first year admission applications through a holistic, non-formulaic review process and serve as a voting member of the admission selection committee.

- Develop and implement a data-informed and strategic recruitment plan for specific geographic territories that includes virtual and in-person engagement opportunities. Activities may include virtual and in-person high school visits, college fairs, college advising workshops, and prospective student interviews. Extensive fall travel (4-5 weeks) and minimal spring travel (1 week) is required.

- Participate in on-campus and virtual visit programming, including conducting information sessions and prospective student interviews.

Admission Counselor - Grinnell, IA

The Administrative Assistant serves as the front-line representative for the Registrar’s Office, responding to a high volume of in-person, phone, and email inquiries with accurate information and exceptional customer service. This position supports complex academic processes by maintaining organized records, files, and communications. It performs key administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, managing financial transactions, and distributing reviewed communications to campus constituents. Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the first point of contact at the Registrar’s Office front desk, providing customer service for in-person visits, phone calls, and emails.

- Perform data entry into the Colleague student information system and Acalog catalog system.

- Process and fulfill document requests, including transcripts, diplomas, and verifications, through email and shipping.

- Scan and upload documents to student electronic records in Laserfiche and execute associated workflows.

- Manage data requests by coordinating with the Registrar or AIR and distributing completed reports.

- Oversee office management tasks, including scheduling meetings, sending communications, ordering supplies, processing invoices, and managing credit card paperwork. Training on computer systems will be provided; prior experience with the specific systems mentioned is not required.

Administrative Assistant I - Grinnell, IA

POSITION SUMMARY The MacInnes Lab seeks a highly motivated recent graduate or graduating senior for a one-year postbaccalaureate research position. Our work focuses on developing and fabricating electrically conductive surfaces that selectively bind metal ions in aqueous environments for use as electrochemical sensors to detect metal pollutants. This project will build skills in electrochemistry, materials chemistry, inorganic chemistry, surface chemistry, and thinPostking about environmental applications within these areas. Through this experience, you will develop deep expertise in electrochemical analysis and surface chemistry modifications, take ownership of the project, and have the freedom to shape its direction. You will also have the opportunity to present at a national or international conference with the goal of producing a first-author publication by year's end. This position is an ideal opportunity to build skills and experience before entering graduate school or a career in research. You will be recognized as a senior member of the lab and entrusted with mentoring junior researchers and contributing to general lab operations.

- Minimal travel required. This role may involve 1-2 overnight trips per year, typically ranging from 2-3 days in duration, for activities such as presenting work at conferences or visiting project collaborators.

- One-year term - 2080 hours; Benefits eligible role. Key Responsibilities

- Research & Experimental Work: Design, execute, and iterate on laboratory experiments, using findings alongside current literature to guide the direction of the research project. Regularly review relevant scientific literature to stay informed and ensure work remains grounded in up-to-date knowledge.

- Data Management & Record Keeping: Collect, analyze, and carefully document all experimental data, maintaining thorough and accurate records of procedures and results throughout the project lifecycle.

- Scientific Communication & Dissemination: Present research findings to peer audiences at relevant conferences and lead the writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication at appropriate stages of the project.

- Collaboration & Lab Communication: Communicate effectively with all lab members and liaise with external collaborators as needed, fostering a cooperative and productive research environment.

- Lab Leadership & Mentorship: Take an active leadership role within the lab by mentoring and supervising student researchers, providing training on laboratory methods, techniques, instrument usage, and safety protocols, and supporting their understanding of the underlying scientific theory and principles.

- Lab Operations & Safety: Maintain a safe and well-organized working environment, assist with routine lab upkeep, including restocking supplies and maintaining instruments and equipment, and manage the procurement of chemicals and materials as needed.

- Supervisor & Researcher Check-ins: Meet weekly with researcher to discuss experimental data, progress updates, and plans for the week ahead.

Post Baccalaureate Research Assistant Chemistry - Grinnell, IA

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