**We believe in the power and joy of learning**
At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose - driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Cengage Group's portfolio of businesses supports student choice by providing a range of pathways that help learners achieve their goals and lead a choice-filled life.
**Our culture values inclusion, engagement, and discovery**
Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see *********************************************************** .
The **Senior Accountant** ensures accurate inventory valuation and transaction flow integrity in compliance with US GAAP (ASC‐330). Proficiency in ASC‐606 is beneficial for understanding the revenue recognition impact of inventory transaction, and the role partners closely with revenue accounting to ensure alignment across the financial statements
The role demands technical accounting proficiency, ERP systems expertise, and the capability to analyze sophisticated accounting transactions and devise practical solutions. Success depends on excellent analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and effective collaboration across business functions to deliver accurate inventory and cost-related insights for the balance sheet and P&L. The ability to work independently in a fully remote environment and manage large, complex data sets is essential.
**What You'll Do Here**
+ Manage the full inventory accounting lifecycle-from receipts and warehouse movements to sales, returns, and disposals.
+ Ensure valuation accuracy under weighted average cost and compliance with GAAP.
+ Perform monthly reconciliations between subledgers and the general ledger for inventory and cost accounts using Excel, Power BI, and Blackline.
+ Strengthen internal controls and streamline processes to meet SOX and GAAP standards.
+ Align with the revenue accounting on transactions that involve the convergence of inventory and revenue recognition (ASC‐606), to secure accurate timing and valuation for specialized scenarios.
+ Develop deep SAP expertise, troubleshoot discrepancies, and support end-to-end inventory flow across SAP and LogPro.
+ Provide insights on inventory reserves, COGS, and margin impacts to guide leadership decisions.
+ Support month-end close and audits with timely, accurate postings and documentation.
**Skills You Will Need Here**
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
+ 5+ years of inventory accounting experience, including valuation and reconciliation.
+ Strong understanding of US GAAP (ASC‐330; familiarity with ASC‐606 is a plus) and SOX controls, with expertise in accounting and reconciliation principles, particularly in relation to inventory.
+ Proficiency in ERP systems-SAP S/4HANA and JD Edwards E1 preferred
+ Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets
+ Ability to build and maintain complex queries; PowerBI development experience is beneficial
+ Clear, effective communication skills and capacity to work cross-functionally with a high degree of ownership
+ Experience with Blackline or similar reconciliation/reporting tools a plus
+ Passionate about delivering accurate, timely results with meticulous attention to detail
Cengage Group is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.
Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com .
**About Cengage Group**
Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
**Compensation**
At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here (******************************************************************************************** to learn more about our _Total Rewards Philosophy_ .
The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.
$67,000.00 - $87,000.00 USD
**Cengage Group** , a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms.
We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
**_Warning: Be aware, there has been an increase of targeted recruitment_** **_scams perpetrated by bad actors falsely providing job offers on behalf Cengage Group to candidates as a means of obtaining personal information. Note that Cengage will always interview candidates via live in-person meetings, phone calls and video calls before an offer would be extended. Also, be sure to check that communication is coming from an @cengage.com email address._**
$67k-87k yearly 6d ago
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Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Belvedere Elementary
Anne Arundel County Public Schools 4.3
Arnold, MD jobs
Title Code:
Temp: Support Assistant
This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible Candidates will be contacted as positions become available at this school.
Under the direction of the supervising teacher or administrator, Temporary Support Assistants (TSA) assists teachers with the physical, emotional, behavioral, and instructional needs of students at the Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. Supervision of students throughout the school day, both in the school building and on work sites, includes carrying out instructional tasks, supporting self-care, and collecting data as outlined by professional staff based upon individual student objectives. Employee(s) must be capable of performing any and all of the listed duties individually or independently which may vary based upon their work location/assignment and available staffing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite /community environment; to include assisting on/off bus, lifting, pushing students in equipment and monitors entry and exit of students to assure they get to the correct location.
Assists students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self-help skills including, but not limited to, toileting (i.e., changing diapers and soiled clothing), feeding, grooming as assigned by the position throughout the school day and/or while at off-site locations.
Supports students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, including reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one-on-one or small groups, and implements instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher. Provides reinforcement techniques to keep students focused and on task.
Observes and manages behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, playground, and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
Observes and gathers data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provide data collection to the supervising teacher.
Supports students with social, emotional, and behavior concerns including the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
Follows AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off-site work training activities and/or community-based settings.
Participates in professional development; attends workshops and in-service training for all specialized related care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by Board of Education.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
* High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
* Some College Level Courses in the field of child development with specific applications to the area of special education required.
Experience
* None
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Ability to exercise considerable patience and the ability to work with physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or multiple disabilities students.
Job requires direct in-person provision of service, therefore punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential.
Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
* Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
* Daily access to reliable transportation.
Driving Requirements
* Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
* Personal Vehicle
LEADERSHIP ROLE
* N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
* No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Location
* Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
Noise Level
* Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements
* Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Travel Requirements
* 20% daily day travel within the county to assist at locations (other schools, parks, libraries) as needed.
JOB INFORMATION
Approved Date: 7/1/2023 Established Date: 9/5/2014 Title Code: D33019 Title: ASSISTANT SUPPORT: TEMPORARY Alternate Title: Assistant: Support Temporary Reports to Generic: Manager;Principal Reports to Specific:
ORGANIZATION
Division: Varies Business Unit: Department: Negotiated Agreement: N/A
HR JOB INFORMATION
Unit: 0 Days Worked: 191; 195; 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade:
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Essential Job: Months Worked: 10;12 Hours Worked: 7;7.5 Job Family: Educational Support Services Sub-Function: Classroom Assistants
$41k-48k yearly est. 6d ago
HIPPY HOME-BASED EDUCATOR (30 Hour)
Calvert County Public School District 4.0
Maryland jobs
NOTICE OF VACANCY
POSITION: HIPPY HOME-BASED EDUCATOR, Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY), 30 hrs. a week
Office Location: SLES
JOB SUMMARY: The Home-Based Educator is responsible for initiating and maintaining weekly home visits with families. This activity will occur primarily within the family's home and be intensive (each visit should last for at least one hour). The Home-Based Educator will role play new activities, report on each family's progress, and discuss any challenges encountered in home visits. Assist with weekly activities for the Play Group in conjunction with the Judy Center programs. Serve as a member of the Judy Center Service Coordination Team and attend monthly meetings. Support partners by participating in monthly events. Weekly attendance at staff meetings is required to maintain files and prepare for visits as well as well as attendance at state and national trainings.
REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator and/or Supervisor
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE: At the time of application, the candidate must hold or be eligible for:
High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) program certificate, with preference given to applicant with some college education.
Experience working with children (ages 3-5) and their families preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.) At the time of application, the candidate must have
Knowledge of normal child growth and development, as well as parent-child relationships.
Ability to plan and organize group meetings and special events.
Ability to demonstrate motivation to parent and the ability to learn and practice HIPPY activities.
Ability to be non-judgmental.
Knowledge of community resources.
Ability to establish and maintain personal/programmatic boundaries, while providing supportive services.
Ability to demonstrate and assist families in setting up learning stations in a home environment.
Experience working in culturally diverse communities and families.
Ability to understand and communicate effectively using both verbal and written skills.
Access to a dependable vehicle.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) may find appropriate and acceptable.
Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to those responsibilities listed below.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain regular family contact as required by individual levels and assigned by the Program Coordinator.
Demonstrate and assist families in setting up learning stations in the home environment.
Role play new activities with the family.
Assess and report family progress.
Report problems encountered during home visits.
Maintain a dependable, punctual work schedule appropriate to the needs of the CCPS' HIPPY program.
Work within the program guidelines to meet the needs of families and of the program, which can include late afternoon appointments. Evening or weekend appointments need to be approved by the program supervisor.
Comply with all HIPPY CCPS' Policies and Procedures.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings as required.
Support and participate in activities sponsored by program partners such as the Judy Center Toddler Playgroup.
OTHER DUTIES: Assist with weekly activities for the Play Group. Attend monthly meetings of the Judy Center Service Coordination Team. Perform related work as required or assigned by the Program Coordinator and/or Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work requires light physical effort.
UNUSUAL DEMANDS: May be subject to a flexible work schedule.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten (10) month position; 30 hours per week; $18.00 per hour; employment is contingent upon continued grant funding and need. All employees are encouraged to have automatic payroll deposit.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt.
EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION: Immediate vacancy
JOB POSTING: Open Until Filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking System located on the Calvert County Public Schools' website - ************************
All applicants please apply through the applicant tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools' website ************************.
References must be directly related to educational experience and must include immediate supervisor.
State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.
House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement
Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention, all applicants are required to report all former employment where direct contact with minors may have occurred. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations where the applicant has volunteered, coached, mentored, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs.
Calvert County Public Schools does not refuse enrollment of a prospective student, expel a current student, or withhold privileges from a current student, or prospective student, or the parent or guardian of a current or prospective student because of an individual's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national original, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Director of Student Services
Director of Human Resources
************
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: ********************* or call **************.
$18 hourly 60d+ ago
SVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer (Open to Remote)
Reinsurance Group of America 4.7
Maryland jobs
You desire impactful work. You're RGA ready RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today's challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World's Most Admired Companies, we're the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.
The Senior Vice President, Global Chief Compliance Officer (Global CCO) is RGA's most senior compliance executive and a key member of the Global Law & Compliance leadership team. Reporting to the EVP & Chief Legal Officer, and working closely with Enterprise Risk Management, the Global CCO is responsible for establishing, leading, and continuously enhancing RGA's global compliance, ethics, fraud, and privacy program. This role ensures strong governance, a culture of integrity, and sustainable business growth across RGA's international footprint.
Location: Ideally located in one of RGA's offices in a hybrid work arrangement (St. Louis, MO Headquarters, RGA's newly-opened office in New York City, RGA International's Toronto office), the successful candidate may also work in a full remote arrangement.
What you will do:
1. Enterprise Compliance Leadership, Strategy & Framework
* Lead the design, execution, and oversight of RGA's global compliance, ethics, fraud, and privacy programs.
* Partner with the Chief Legal Officer to align compliance strategy with legal risk management, regulatory obligations, and enterprise objectives.
* Maintain an objective, independent compliance function that integrates effectively with Global Law & Compliance.
* Establish and govern a global compliance framework-policies, standards, and programs-ensuring consistent application across all regions.
* Ensure compliance governance aligns with ERM and supports RGA's risk appetite and risk-based decision-making.
2. Ethics, Conduct, Investigations & Fraud Oversight
* Lead the global Speak Up / Whistleblower Program, ensuring strong protections and consistent investigative standards.
* Oversee investigations involving conduct breaches, sanctions/AML matters, conflicts of interest, and financial crime.
* Partner with Risk and Internal Audit to ensure consistent investigative outcomes and remediation as well as coordinated crisis response and risk assurance activities.
3. Policy Governance, Privacy, Regulatory Monitoring & Emerging Risk
* Oversee development, adoption, training, and enforcement of enterprise-wide policies, including: Code of Conduct, Conflicts of Interest, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Sanctions/AML, Anti-Fraud/SIU, and Privacy.
* Partner with Technology and Risk to establish governance for data, cyber, and AI-related compliance policies.
* Collaborate with Legal to monitor regulatory developments across all regions.
* Identify and assess evolving risks (e.g., AI, ESG/sustainability, operational resilience, vendor/outsourcing oversight, cross-border data transfers) and recommend mitigation strategies.
* Partner with Risk to assess the operational readiness to comply with new/emerging regulations.
4. Compliance Support for Transactions & Business Growth
* Provide compliance guidance for complex transactions, including reinsurance, pension risk transfer, asset-intensive structures, structured finance, and M&A.
* Advise global and regional leadership on compliance considerations related to new products, market entry, distribution, and client engagement.
5. Global Team Leadership & Organizational Influence
* Lead and develop a global compliance team across all regions.
* Mentor senior compliance leaders and drive professional development, succession planning, and alignment to enterprise standards.
* Build a collaborative and culturally aware global compliance community that champions ethics and integrity.
* Serve as a role model for professionalism, judgment, and accountability.
* Manage compliance resources and budgets effectively.
6. Executive & Board Reporting
* Prepare and present clear, forward-looking compliance reports to the Board, its committees, and senior leadership.
* Provide insights on regulatory trends, compliance risks, conduct themes, investigative outcomes, and remediation progress.
What you bring to the table:
Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, Risk, or related field.
* Preferred: JD, LLM, MBA, or professional credentials (AIRC, CCP, CCEP, CAMS, FRM, CIA).
* 15+ years senior leadership experience in compliance, legal, regulatory affairs, or risk management, preferably in global financial services, insurance, or reinsurance.
* 10+ years managing teams in matrixed global organizations, including experience leading through significant organizational change.
* Demonstrated success designing and operating global compliance programs, governance frameworks, and associated budgets.
* Experience supporting large, complex transactions is highly desirable.
Skills & Abilities
* Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence the Board, executive leadership, and global business teams.
* Strong commercial judgment and the ability to balance compliance rigor with business practicality.
* High cultural fluency and capability to lead teams across diverse geographies.
* Strategic thinker able to anticipate regulatory shifts and position RGA proactively.
* Collaborative, diplomatic, and effective in navigating ambiguity.
* Deep knowledge of global financial services regulatory frameworks.
* Mastery of compliance risk management, conduct risk, privacy, sanctions/AML, AI/model governance, investigations, and ethics programs.
* Experience leveraging compliance and legal technology, analytics, automation, and reporting systems.
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What you can expect from RGA:
* Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.
* Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.
* Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.
Compensation Range:
$294,100.00 - $443,167.00 Annual
Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
$294.1k-443.2k yearly 41d ago
Automated Test Engineer - TS/SCI
Xcelerate Media 3.9
Bethesda, MD jobs
Description Automated Test Engineer - TS/SCI Xcelerate Solutions is seeking our next Automated Test Engineer supporting DIA-NMEC/OSIC under our 10-year DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) contract. Have impact as part of a mission focused, solutions oriented, and adaptive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. You will play a key role with the testing and deployment of a Leidos designed, developed and deployed DoD-wide Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) workflow management platform for Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT). While the work is primarily conducted on-site at our client location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and, occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely. Percentage of remote work will vary based on client requirements/deliverables. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry. Location: Bethesda, MD Clearance: TS/SCI Responsibilities:
Design test strategies, test plans, and test cases from requirements, design documents and specifications for testing across different platforms and with an emphasis on manual testing.
Estimate test case writing and execution effort and keeping track of own progress.
Test case authoring and holding test case reviews with stakeholders.
Execution of test cases including functional, smoke, regression, and integration tests.
Reporting, tracking, validating, and closing defects.
Recording test results and reporting them.
Participation in daily scrum meetings.
Participate in system design sessions to provide input on testability of new features.
Support our processes by keeping track and gathering metrics on all testing activities.
Participate in all phases of risk management assessments and software/hardware development with emphasis on analysis of user requirements, test design and test tools selection.
Using metrics in quantitative project management concept to identify areas for improvement.
Providing innovative solutions for more efficient testing strategy.
Requirements:
BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience with 8+ years in software development, release management, or operations management or related field.
Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle and Agile-Scrum development methodology
Experience with API and endpoint testing
Experience with Continuous Integration pipeline
Experience in drafting test plans and test cases
Experience in using test management tools
Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the full spectrum of system integration activities.
Ability to work well/collaborate with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience as well as working within a team environment; Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with both Automated and Manual testing techniques
Experience with big data applications
Technical degree and/or certifications
Experience with Elastic Search and experience with writing and executing backend tests using Kibana
Scaled Agile Framework certification (SAFe Agilist or other)
Familiarity with GitFlow development model
About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (*************************** is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.
Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
$74k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 6h ago
Certified Coder- Practice Operations- Remote Opportunity- Certified Professional Coder certification
University of Md Faculty Physicians Inc. 4.0
Baltimore, MD jobs
Job Description
Performs functions such as reviewing documentation and selecting the appropriate procedure and / or diagnosis code to be entered in billing documents. Insures that teaching physician requirements are met and are clearly reflected in the documentation; and other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
* Certified Professional Coder certification required
* Level and years of experience based on departmental needs
* Extensive knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding
* Knowledge of government regulations as they relate to teaching physician
documentation and billing guidelines
* Understanding of: the importance of compliance with all government, department, and contractual regulations regarding coding and billing; and provider requirements
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland's Faculty Physician's Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician's Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: *****************************************************
$56k-73k yearly est. 11d ago
Research Associate - Health Care Research- Bethesda
NORC at The University of Chicago 4.6
Bethesda, MD jobs
NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Research Associate to join the Health Care Programs Research Department. The Health Care Research team conducts work on a variety of health policy topics including patient safety, health information technology, access to health care and the uninsured, health care expenditures, the Medicare program, and public health and emergency preparedness.
Preferably applicants will be based in our Bethesda, MD office with a hybrid office/work from home schedule.
As a condition of employment, all NORC employees and contractors - including those working remotely - must be fully vaccinated (as defined by current CDC guidance) against COVID-19.
DEPARTMENT: Health Care
NORC's expertise and ongoing work in health care delivery and financing - including access to insurance, payment and delivery-system reform, benefit design, and quality measurement - advance stakeholders' understanding of policies and programs, facilitate implementation, and contribute to important improvements in cost and quality.
NORC's expert staff has extensive knowledge of all aspects of health care delivery, from private marketplaces and employer-sponsored insurance to Medicare and Medicaid; from large health care systems to small clinics; and from the needs of children to those of older adults, people with disabilities, and ethnic and racial minorities. Our expert team includes social scientists that acquire, collect, and analyze data from health care organizations and patients; evaluators; health services researchers; health-policy analysts; and professionals with first-hand experience running and supporting health care programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide general research support related to health policy research
Conduct literature reviews, statistical analysis of primary and secondary data and prepares memos, tables, and graphs based on findings under supervision of experienced professionals.
Take notes at meetings and prepare initial draft of minutes.
Develop project materials, such as report outlines, visual exhibits for reports, and serving as an editor for deliverables.
Support business development efforts through coordination of document preparation and reproduction.
Under the direction of senior staff, support the development of new business by conducting background research on programs, award history, and agency goals and objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university in Social Science, Public Health, Health Policy or related field.
Basic knowledge of the principles, processes, and methods of survey research through reading literature and experience in the field; basic understanding of routine sampling procedures and of quantitative analysis.
Problem solving skills.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong writing skills
Detail-oriented
Strong communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Adaptable
Strong proficiency with MS Office software.
Strong qualitative research skills
Occasional travel for site visits and meetings may be required.
Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position
.
WHAT WE DO:
NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE:
For over 75 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT:
NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally- protected characteristics. #LI-AH1 # #LI-AH1 LI-AH1
$46k-75k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Personal Lines Insurance Agent
Us Home and Auto 4.0
Timonium, MD jobs
Benefits/Perks:
Competitive Pay
Professional Development
Job Stability in a growing industry
Job Description The Personal Lines Producer at US Home and Auto is responsible for maintaining and maximizing profitable relationships with personal lines clients and for growing the book of business through new client sales.
Responsibilities:
Identify, qualify, and develop personal insurance opportunities with new and existing clients in person, online, by phone, and through written communication.
Foster and maintain excellent relationships with clients and prospects through regular follow-up, accurate and timely quotations, and general account support. Anticipate, respond to, and follow up on all existing client needs.
Actively prospect round accounts, and solicit increases in existing client coverage as well as network for new clients, including win backs.
Obtain best coverage/rate for insured, process quotes, and bind insurance coverage; follow up as necessary with inspection, photos, and other documentation. Present policies to insured and educate them on coverages and rates.
Foster and maintain excellent relationships with customers and prospects through regular follow-up, timely quotations, and general account support.
Support and prepare clients for renewal and retention, and maintain strong client relationships.
Anticipate, respond to, and follow up on all existing client needs.
Monitor, review, and report on key metrics to ensure sales targets are achieved and execute sales activity documentation in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
Collaborate with team members, mentor staff, provide expertise and answer questions, and participate in formal and informal meetings as needed.
Maintain CE and participate in ongoing education and keep informed regarding industry information, new product information, legislation, coverages, and technology to continuously improve knowledge and performance.
Qualifications:
Hold the insurance license required by your state and have a minimum of two years of personal and commercial lines insurance account management experience, as well as a Bachelor's Degree or comparable work experience.
Possess a valid driver's license and a source of reliable transportation.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of insurance products and usages, rating procedures, underwriting procedures, coverages, and industry operations to effectively secure new business and maintain an existing client base.
Have a proven track record of business-to-business sales success. Possess strong presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills with the ability to close sales.
Be people-oriented, customer-focused, and professionally assertive in developing new client relationships and servicing existing clients.
Possess outstanding organizational skills with an ability to complete difficult assignments without supervision, sound business judgment, strong decision-making, and superior written and verbal communication skills.
Have excellent time management skills, thrive in a team environment, and Technology and Computer proficiency including agency management systems.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $1,000.00 per year
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$1k weekly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Windsor Farm Elementary
Anne Arundel County Public Schools 4.3
Annapolis, MD jobs
Title Code:
Temp: Support Assistant
This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible Candidates will be contacted as positions become available at this school.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the supervising teacher or administrator, Temporary Support Assistants (TSA) assists teachers with the physical, emotional, behavioral, and instructional needs of students at the Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. Supervision of students throughout the school day, both in the school building and on work sites, includes carrying out instructional tasks, supporting self-care, and collecting data as outlined by professional staff based upon individual student objectives. Employee(s) must be capable of performing any and all of the listed duties individually or independently which may vary based upon their work location/assignment and available staffing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite /community environment; to include assisting on/off bus, lifting, pushing students in equipment and monitors entry and exit of students to assure they get to the correct location.
Assists students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self-help skills including, but not limited to, toileting (i.e., changing diapers and soiled clothing), feeding, grooming as assigned by the position throughout the school day and/or while at off-site locations.
Supports students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, including reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one-on-one or small groups, and implements instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher. Provides reinforcement techniques to keep students focused and on task.
Observes and manages behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, playground, and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
Observes and gathers data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provide data collection to the supervising teacher.
Supports students with social, emotional, and behavior concerns including the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
Follows AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off-site work training activities and/or community-based settings.
Participates in professional development; attends workshops and in-service training for all specialized related care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by Board of Education.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
Other: Formal academic courses/training in the field of child development with specific applications to the area of special education preferred.
Experience
None
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Ability to exercise considerable patience and the ability to work with physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or multiple disabilities students.
Job requires direct in-person provision of service, therefore punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential.
Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
Daily access to reliable transportation.
Driving Requirements
Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
Personal Vehicle
LEADERSHIP ROLE
N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Location
Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
Noise Level
Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements
Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Travel Requirements
20% daily day travel within the county to assist at locations (other schools, parks, libraries) as needed.
JOB INFORMATION
Approved Date:
7/1/2023
Established Date:
9/5/2014
Title Code:
D33019
Title:
ASSISTANT SUPPORT: TEMPORARY
Alternate Title:
Assistant: Support Temporary
Reports to Generic:
Manager;Principal
Reports to Specific:
ORGANIZATION
Division:
Varies
Business Unit:
Department:
Negotiated Agreement:
N/A
HR JOB INFORMATION
Unit:
0
Days Worked:
191; 195; 260
FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Grade:
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Essential Job:
Months Worked:
10;12
Hours Worked:
7;7.5
Job Family:
Educational Support Services
Sub-Function:
Classroom Assistants
$25k-29k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Comfort Advisor
Zephyr 4.3
Gaithersburg, MD jobs
Zephyr is a growing platform of local brands in the residential home services industry, spanning HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades. Our mission is to perfect the home services experience from the inside out-by investing in our technicians, supporting local leadership, and equipping our teams with the tools and resources to deliver trusted service in every home we enter.
We operate in multiple markets across the country, combining the local trust and expertise of each brand with centralized support across marketing, technology, operations, and finance. At Zephyr, we move with purpose-bold in our pursuit of excellence, grounded in transparency, and unified by our commitment to customers, teams, and community.
About This Role
As a Comfort Advisor you will assist our clients with their heating and cooling needs and present solutions to make their personal space more comfortable. Each day, you'll meet with clients in their homes. You maximize your time with them by providing useful information about our products and making sound recommendations as if it was your own home.
Back at the office, when necessary, you'll assemble quotes and proposals for clients. You'll also attend a myriad of staff training sessions in order to stay current on product offerings & influence techniques. You'll have the opportunity to use your knowledge to train new employees. This role will have a very tangible impact on sales volume in your territory.
What You'll Do Here
Meet with clients in their homes and professionally advise them in determining the correct heating and cooling system solutions
Educate clients on HVAC replacement equipment and in-door air quality products
Follow up with clients throughout the sales and installation process
Work with the installation coordinator to ensure a seamless client experience
Build long-term successful client relationships
We'd Love to Hear From You If You Have
You have 4+ years of outside sales experience and are looking for an opportunity to lead and make money
A strong communicator and a natural at explaining basic maintenance suggestions to clients
You've got ample knowledge of HVAC equipment and maintenance needs
Active Driver's License
Tech Savvy - The ability to use tablets and learn work related software with ease
Verifiable experience to develop quotations and proposals
Past experience meeting with clients in their homes is desired
Time management, organization and presentation skills
Sales pipeline management skills
Demonstrable analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans and manuals
Willingness to work evenings & weekends when needed
Pay Range: 100% commission with earning potential ranging from $100,000 to $300,000+ per year
Benefits and Perks
Competitive Pay: Significant base salary and bonus opportunity
Benefits: We offer top-notch benefits!
Various medical, dental & vision plans, including 100% employer covered options for you and your family
401(k) match up to 3.5%
100% Company paid long & short-term disability and life insurance
Cell phone reimbursement and work-from-home stipend
Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
Training and Career Growth: We are scaling quickly and would support this person's career growth and development
Paid Time Off: Company paid holidays, unlimited PTO, and a paid Parental Leave Policy
Zephyr and its companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
$88k-136k yearly est. Auto-Apply 19d ago
Customer Success Consultant, Arizona (Remote)
Cengage Learning 4.8
California, MD jobs
We believe in the power and joy of learning At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose - driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Our culture values inclusion, engagement, and discovery
Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see ************************************************************
As a Customer Success Consultant, you will serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to Cengage customers within your assigned territory. Your mission is to ensure customers achieve their desired outcomes through the effective use of Cengage technology, driving adoption, and long-term value.
What you'll do here:
* Act as the designated point of contact for customers, building strong, enduring relationships throughout customer lifecycle.
* Achieve and/or exceed established revenue targets by retaining and renewing Cengage customers.
* Develop and implement tailored success plans that align with customer goals and increase product usage.
* Provide proactive training and guidance aligned with customer objectives, standard methodologies, and usage data.
* Advocate for customers during the resolution of high-severity issues, ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
* Conduct regular health checks to assess value realization and identify opportunities for growth.
* Analyze customer data to uncover risks, renewal challenges, and upsell opportunities.
Skills you will need here:
* Proven ability to quickly learn and master new systems and applications.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
* Ability to explain technical concepts in a clear, business-friendly manner.
* Skilled at managing and prioritizing multiple customer needs simultaneously.
Preferred:
* Bachelor's degree preferred.
* 5+ years of experience in a Sales or Customer Success role.
* Experience in Educational Technology or Higher Education.
* Familiarity with the Higher Education landscape, including Learning Management Systems (LMS).
* Requirement to travel between 20-30% by both air and car
Cengage Group's Higher Education business, Cengage, supports learning and student success by providing materials and digital solutions to faculty and students enrolled in two-year, four-year and vocational programs. We currently serve more than 10 million of the 18 million students in US higher ed. Setting a new standard of service for our customers, we deliver quality, easy-to-use course materials from textbooks and eBooks to courseware such as MindTap and WebAssign. In the US, we offer Cengage Unlimited and Cengage Unlimited for Institutions. We help instructors be better teachers, we help institutions solve problems and we empower students to leverage the power and joy of learning to transform lives.
Cengage Group is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.
Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com.
About Cengage Group
Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Compensation
At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.
The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.
$67,000.00 - $87,100.00 USD
$67k-87.1k yearly Auto-Apply 3d ago
Director of Law Admissions
University of Baltimore 4.4
Baltimore, MD jobs
The Director of Law Admissions oversees operations for the admissions office within the law school, supervising law admissions staff and making decisions for the office in the absence of the Assistant Dean. The role leads events and recruitment, develops communications strategies, and serves as the lead for data analysis and reporting on law admissions. The director works collaboratively with contacts within and outside of campus to meet admissions goals.
The position will primarily be on-campus with some remote work possible.
Responsibilities:
Office Operations
Supervise the Admissions Staff, office operations, and workflow
In the absence of the Assistant Dean, supervise all functions of the Law Admissions Office.
ABA, University, Law School and University System Policies to admissions matters. Regularly monitor for changes to these policies to ensure compliance.
Events and Recruitment
Coordinating all off campus recruitment travel which includes planning of recruitment with the Assistant Dean, registration for all events, maintaining recruitment calendar, assigning staff to events, disseminating assignments information, coordinating with graduate admission on shared events. Attending off campus events. Serve as the Law School Admissions Forum (LSAC) contact and be responsible for communication and registration for LSAC forums.
Represent the law school at educational institutions throughout Maryland, the region, and other recruitment markets.
Develop a strategic recruitment plan for non-JD programs. This includes identifying and cultivating key student markets.
Communications
Authors and runs the platforms used to communicate with LSAT registrants, test takers, forum registrants and forum attendees. Currently using Unite as the CRS platform, creates multiple email communications for each type of prospect. Creates reports to generate emails. Schedules emails for mailing.
Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive email communication strategies for all prospect and applicant pools (JD and Non-JD) using platforms like Unite and PeopleSoft, including creating reports, content, and mailing schedules.
Creates admitted student communications plan. Creates multiple email communications for admitted applicants. Collects institutional data for communication content including placement data, class data, bar passage data and scholarship data. Creates Unite reports to generate emails and the schedule for mailing. Generates admissions' communications in PeopleSoft. Sends PeopleSoft admissions email. Assembles and mails admit packets to prospects.
Develops, coordinates, and implements social media strategy to engage prospective and admitted students.
Data Analysis and Reporting
Coordinates, prepares, and submits annual reports to external bodies, including but not limited to, ABA and U.S. News. Analyze trends and outcomes from submitted reports to inform strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsible for reporting of prospective student information, event information, and applicant information as .
Collect and analyze institutional data to inform communications and admissions strategy and ensure compliance with Non-JD admissions policies.
Other Responsibilities
Serve on University committees as needed.
Work collaboratively with other departments in the School of Law and with faculty, deans, department chairs and others who contribute to the admission effort.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Experience: 5 years of professional experience in higher education or law school admissions, with 3 years in a supervisory role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Master's degree or Juris Doctorate highly preferred.
Experience: 7 years of directly related professional experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Superior communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
A proactive customer service orientation
Ability to work with diverse populations
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Understanding of how to utilize student administration databases for recruitment
Strong writing skills
Willingness to take on new challenges
Valid driver's license
Extensive out of state travel required. Some evening and weekend events required.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health, life, prescription, and dental plans, tuition remission benefits, paid leave (22 days of annual, 15 days of sick, 3 days of personal, and 14-15 holidays) and retirement plans with employer contributions. You can see more details on our benefits here.
Additional Job Information:
The University of Baltimore ("UBalt" or "University") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.
$50k-60k yearly est. Auto-Apply 17d ago
Cancer Registry Specialist, Part-Time, Remote - ODS Required
University of Maryland Medical System 4.3
Glen Burnie, MD jobs
Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center - named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.
Job Description
Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification or Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) REQUIRED.
Shift Schedule: 8:00AM - 4:30PM; 20 Hours/Bi-Weekly
Location: Remote
General Summary
Abstracts specific patient information from a range of resources, including medical records, and codes information into a database according to prescribed protocol, maintaining and editing data for accuracy and completeness. Maintains record keeping systems and procedures for clinical studies
Mission
All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to the Supervisor of Cancer Registry
Qualifications
Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred
Completion of Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology courses required.
Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification or Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) eligible required.
Working Conditions
Works inside a clean, well-lit office environment. May be expected to work past normal tour of duty, if need arises. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observation of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices.
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity for operating equipment and computers, visual acuity for viewing display monitors and reading patient charts. Acute hearing to assimilate oral communication from patients, physicians, other health care providers and family members.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Pay Range: $28.82 - $40.35
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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$28.8-40.4 hourly 12d ago
Senior Associate - Health Care Strategy - Bethesda, Chicago or Remote
NORC at The University of Chicago 4.6
Bethesda, MD jobs
NORC at the University of Chicago seeks a Senior Associate with health care expertise to join the Health Care Strategy Department. This unit supports a range of health care companies and stakeholders, including health plans, providers, disease groups, federal and state governments, associations, and foundations. This position reports to a Director within Health Care Strategy.
The successful candidate will play a significant role in assisting a world-renowned non-profit research organization to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving research landscape. The Senior Associate must thrive in a fast-paced environment and quickly comprehend and act on changing priorities when necessary.
NORC is seeking a candidate who wants to come to work every day energized and ready to add value through hard/smart work, critical thinking and creative insights. This candidate will join a cohesive and motivated team that likes to have fun while doing great work.
This is also a team that takes an active role in mentoring staff so that they successfully develop their careers over the long time.
NORC recognizes that talented and skilled researchers live throughout the U.S. and actively supports remote work arrangements.
DEPARTMENT: Health Care Strategy
NORC's Health Care Strategy Department delivers consulting, data analysis, and research services to health care industry clients, including plans, providers, associations, foundations, long-term care, and disease groups. We are a new, rapidly-growing business line within a well-established research institution. HCS experts guide critical decision-making in business and policy by translating complex information into actionable knowledge. We work closely with our clients to ensure our work is targeted, scalable, and impactful. Our services include policy analysis, data analytics and visualization, predictive modeling, consumer research, custom surveys, and program evaluations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports quantitative and qualitative projects for health care clients working closely with senior staff.
Conducts original research, literature reviews, and analysis on critical health care issues.
Engages directly with client contacts to support project management functions, including meeting scheduling and updates on project timelines and budgets.
Creates original drafts of deliverables in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel with strong executive summaries, clear and concise writing, and visual appeal.
Collaborates with colleagues across NORC to coordinate on projects or engage experts for input on project work.
Manages individual assignments effectively, including appropriate prioritization of activities and on-time delivery
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Masters Degree preferred.
At least 2 years work experience in health care research or consulting
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with multiple departments, stakeholders, and internal and external clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong active listening skills.
Strong critical thinking skills
Must be able to work with minimal supervision and have well-developed problem-solving and decision-making skills
Results driven, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving work and market environment
Must be flexible and able to able to prioritize and manage multiple projects with solid performance/results
Demonstrated project management experience
Must be a team player who has a proven ability to work with multiple layers of the organization (including C-level executives)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with a particular expertise in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Proficiency with content management processes and tools, SharePoint experience a plus
Attention to detail
Basic knowledge of graphic design programs such as InDesign or Photoshop is preferred
Experience in and passion for nonprofit/public sector communications is preferred.
WHAT WE DO:
NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE:
For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT:
NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally- protected characteristics.
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$86k-134k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Research Scientist - Health Care Policy Research
NORC at The University of Chicago 4.6
Bethesda, MD jobs
NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a qualified Research Scientist to support the Health Care Research Department in our Chicago Loop office. This position is responsible for providing direction and task leadership in all aspects of project work, including, but not limited to Medicare and/or Medicaid data, and which could include analytic approach, questionnaire design, data collection strategy, acquisition of existing data, data analysis, and/or preparing study conclusions for projects.
NORC recognizes that talented and skilled researchers live throughout the U.S. and actively supports remote work arrangements.
As a condition of employment, all NORC employees and contractors - including those working remotely - must be fully vaccinated (as defined by current CDC guidance) against COVID-19.
DEPARTMENT: Health Care Programs and Evaluation
NORC's expertise and ongoing work in health care delivery and financing - including access to insurance, payment and delivery-system reform, benefit design, and quality measurement - advance stakeholders' understanding of policies and programs, facilitate implementation, and contribute to important improvements in cost and quality.
NORC's expert staff has extensive knowledge of all aspects of health care delivery, from private marketplaces and employer-sponsored insurance to Medicare and Medicaid; from large health care systems to small clinics; and from the needs of children to those of older adults, people with disabilities, and ethnic and racial minorities. Our expert team includes social scientists that acquire, collect, and analyze data from health care organizations and patients; evaluators; health services researchers; health-policy analysts; and professionals with first-hand experience running and supporting health care programs.
NORC's Health Care staff work closely with colleagues in Health Sciences and Public Health to offer program, policy, and research solutions. Our work is guided by a commitment to long-lasting partnerships, transparency, and high-quality, nonpartisan research that improves health and health care for all people.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as task leader on complex scientific and or technical components of large projects, or a series of smaller projects, as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Contribute substantively to planning discussions around the collaborative design of quantitative and qualitative research studies, evaluations, and analyses.
Develop structured interview protocols and content; and lead or co-lead stakeholder interviews.
Assist with the management and oversight of project-specific budgets and contracts. Work closely with project leadership and clients to ensure that we meet contractual requirements (deliverables and timelines) and client expectations using the highest standards of quality and collegiality, and within budget parameters.
Author sections of analysis reports, technical reports, and other documented deliverables that are due to the client as described in project statements of work.
Co-author and present research at client and professional meetings and participate in in-person briefings of project findings. Contribute to the development of abstracts and articles for publication in refereed journals.
As part of the larger proposal team, and with guidance from departmental leadership Independently draft and manage contract proposals and grant applications, communicating effectively with proposal team members, within and across departments, with clients, consultants, and members of the policy and research community.
Supervise and mentor junior staff, as relevant to experience, and tasks Perform other duties as assigned within the department to contribute to the growth and to ensure the well-being of its members.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in public policy or related fields (training in an array of social science disciplines will be considered). PhD preferred.
At least 7 years' experience in positions of increasing responsibility in evaluation research, policy analysis, survey research or related field (or equivalent education) including at least 3 years of social science project management.
Knowledge of the Medicare and/or Medicaid programs, including delivery system reform, provider payment, access to care, and beneficiary experience.
Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and/or commercial claims data is a plus
Experience working for the federal government or a federal contractor, ideally with work focusing on the Medicare and/or Medicaid program.
Experience with conducting policy analysis in a government or professional services environment.
Experience with and knowledge of the principles of quantitative and qualitative research design, data collection, and data analysis.
Experience with estimating project and proposal costs and managing project budgets.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and aptitude in working with project teams, leading tasks, and coordinating across multiple projects (including those run by others within NORC).
WHAT WE DO:
NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE:
For over 75 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT:
NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally- protected characteristics.
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$70k-105k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Project Coordinator - Hybrid
NORC at The University of Chicago 4.6
Bethesda, MD jobs
NORC at the University of Chicago seeks a creative, energetic, and driven Project Coordinator to join the NORC Labs team and to help drive our most important innovation programs across NORC's diverse offerings. NORC Labs utilizes the best ideas from NORC's research and technology experts combined with a deep understanding of client needs and market trends to develop and incubate the most effective client solutions. The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast-paced and varied workday, and should have a passion for entrepreneurship, research innovation, project management, and communications.
This position will report to the Manager of NORC Labs and will work across the entire organization including all research administrative departments. The Project Coordinator is tasked with coordinating the day-to-day operations of NORC's internal investment programs, supporting NORC's internal hackathon, and supporting other special initiatives.
Come to work every day energized and ready to add value through hard/smart work, critical thinking, and creative insights. Join a cohesive and motivated team that likes to have fun while doing great work.
As a condition of employment, all NORC employees and contractors - including those working remotely - must be fully vaccinated (as defined by current CDC guidance) against COVID-19.
DEPARTMENT: Business Ventures and Innovation (BVI) & NORC Labs
The Business Ventures and Innovation unit (BVI) brings together NORC Labs, the Office of Business Development (OBD), Health Care Strategy (HCS), and AmeriSpeak to launch new ventures and drive revenue growth. BVI is a startup within a well-established research organization, propelling innovation across the company and positioning NORC to grow and evolve strategically in the future. BVI leads NORC in its diversification strategy and can be best described as a fast-paced, professional services/consulting environment.
NORC Labs
As NORC's innovation hub, NORC Labs collaborates with NORC's research teams to create and launch cutting-edge data and analytics solutions, and guide the evolution of NORC's existing services and offerings to meet the future needs of our clients.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Display intellectual curiosity, exceptional drive, pragmatism, and resourcefulness in a highly collaborative work culture
Coordinate NORC's corporate investment programs including supporting project teams and tracking and reporting on progress of investment projects
Effectively manage projects and special initiatives including creating and adhering to timelines and budgets and producing high quality deliverables
Communicate effectively with excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong active listening and presentation skills including maintaining and developing content for NORC's intranet
Coordinate presentations, trainings, and events related to investment projects
Collaborate closely with departments including Finance, IT, and Strategic Communications to support NORC's investments programs
Bring a passion for both socially-oriented and private sector entrepreneurship
Initiate evaluation of processes with a willingness to challenge the status quo, propose improvements, and fill gaps
Generate new ideas through research and synthesis of information from blogs, journals, magazines, newspapers, social media, online databases, and expert interviews
Develop and implement an internal communication strategy leveraging NORC-specific channels to update staff on innovation opportunities and investment program results
Coordinate and support key innovation focused company-wide events including NORC's internal hackathon program and presentation sessions
Some travel required for internal and external meetings, client engagements, team meetings etc. < 10%
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Bachelor's degree
At least 1 year of project coordination, project, or program management or related experience
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong time-management skills with ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous projects and tasks and to set and meet deadlines
Strong communication and presentation skills
Expertise with Microsoft Office, with expertise in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Proficiency with content management processes and tools, SharePoint experience a plus
Budget management experience a plus
WHAT WE DO:
NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE:
For over 75 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT:
NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally- protected characteristics.
$48k-73k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Diversity Program Analyst - Hybrid
NORC at The University of Chicago 4.6
Bethesda, MD jobs
The DREI program analyst reports to NORC's Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) and is a key member of the Office of Diversity, Racial Equity, and Inclusion. Using metrics, benchmarking data, and best practices research, the DREI program analyst analyzes information, reviews insights, monitors and evaluates programs and initiatives, and prepares data for stakeholder consumption. The DREI program analyst is adept at turning data into meaningful narratives that are cohesive, clear, and actionable. This role serves as department liaison and collaborator with internal/external partners on various projects as required and provides statistical and programming support for special projects as needed. Implements strategies to achieve the goals for the organization and Diversity Equity & Inclusion.
As a condition of employment, all NORC employees and contractors - including those working remotely - must be fully vaccinated (as defined by current CDC guidance) against COVID-19.
DEPARTMENT: OFFICE OF DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION
Diversity, Racial Equity, and Inclusion (DREI) is one of NORC's top strategic priorities, as a moral and ethical imperative central to the organization's mission and essential for NORC's long-term success. The creation of the Office of DREI reflects the organization's deep commitment to DREI across three pillars - people, culture, and research. The office is at the forefront of developing and implementing bold and transformational DREI initiatives, policies, and practices in service of NORC's DREI Strategic Framework & Action Plan.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The DREI program analyst reports to NORC's Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) and is a key member of the Office of Diversity, Racial Equity, and Inclusion. Using metrics, benchmarking data, and best practices research, the DREI program analyst analyzes information, reviews insights, monitors and evaluates programs and initiatives, and prepares data for stakeholder consumption. The DREI program analyst is adept at turning data into meaningful narratives that are cohesive, clear, and actionable. This role serves as department liaison and collaborator with internal/external partners on various projects as required and provides statistical and programming support for special projects as needed. Implements strategies to achieve the goals for the organization and Diversity Equity & Inclusion.
Responsibilities:
Work cross-organizationally to track, evaluate, and safeguard continued progress of DREI projects and initiatives. Prepare timely and accurate quarterly and annual reports; and collaborate with departments to gather and analyze statistical information.
Conduct research to provide insight on the company's performance trends and identify target ranges and benchmarks using publicly available industry and system data.
Perform in-depth data analytics, including quantitative, statistical, and comparative analysis, to determine patterns and recognize trends. Identify and recommend programmatic and process improvements.
Develop and create questionnaires, reports, and presentations. Translate data into written reports, tables, graphs, and charts (including developing creative data visualizations and dashboards to illustrate key findings); interpreting data results to provide written commentary that articulates pertinent findings.
Create tracking templates and communications that support strategies to address DREI priorities and concerns.
Stay current on DREI trends, best-practices, training, and communication tools.
Working closely with various team members on multiple concurrent projects.
Reporting for Business Leaders
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Provide periodic progress updates on items identified in the DREI Strategic Framework and Action Plan for business leaders. Develop reporting structure, cadence, and mechanisms (i.e. dashboards) in collaboration with the CDO and Office of DREI.
Report feedback garnered through meetings, surveys, formal and informal conversations, and assessments.
Strategic Operations and Project Management:
Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of DREI projects and initiatives independently. Collaborate with key stakeholders, organizational partners, and vendors on strategic goals.
Support development of Office of DREI projects and initiatives, liaise with the Office of Financial Management and Analysis, and manage resources and budgets effectively to meet stated goals.
Data-Driven Decision Making
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Review, record, and use stakeholder feedback, data, and analytics to monitor and measure the effectiveness of internal/external DREI projects and initiatives including those outlined in the DREI Strategic Framework and Action Plan. Recommend enhancements and implement strategies to ensure the ongoing success of DREI projects and initiatives.
Collaborate with senior business and key stakeholders to accurately capture and relay findings related to such data and analytics.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Monitoring and Evaluation
: Experience using data and analytics to develop, execute, measure, and show the effectiveness of projects and initiatives.
Reputation Management
: Strong understanding of reputation management. Confidence in recommending, developing, and incorporating strategies that will protect and build the Office of DREI's reputation with multiple stakeholders.
Strong Communication Skills
: Experience effectively communicating timeline, tasks, budget, deliverables, challenges, and solutions to various audiences and stakeholders.
Critical Thinking and Change Agility
: Analytical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to identify the root causes and key obstacles behind issues or needs, consider stakeholder reactions, pivot, and implement solutions.
Project Management
: Provide oversight to multiple projects simultaneously; organizing projects into smaller tasks; sequencing activities for maximum efficiency; delegating responsibilities; estimating and managing time and budget required to complete tasks; identifying issues and adapting plans as needed while remaining committed to project deadlines and timelines. Experience working with stakeholders, business leaders, external partners, and vendors is required.
Minimum three (3) years of related experience with strategic initiative project management, process and performance improvement, data analytics, and reporting metrics required.
Three (3) years of solving problems of moderate to advanced complexity; and proven ability to identify root cause, interpret data and resolve issues.
Bachelor's Degree is required.
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WHAT WE DO:
NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE:
For over 75 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT:
NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally- protected characteristics.
$79k-118k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Biodesign Curriculum Development Partner
Maryland Institute College of Art 3.5
Baltimore, MD jobs
Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA. Biodesign Curriculum Development Partner (Temporary)
Department: Biodesign
FLSA Status: Exempt/Staff
Position: $15,000-$25,000
Reports to: Endowed Chair of Biodesign
Work Schedule: Temporary, Part-time, option for partially remote
Position:
The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is seeking an individual to work in partnership with the Endowed Chair of Biodesign to develop MICA's new undergraduate Biodesign Co-Major, launching Fall 2026, and Biodesign Graduate program, launching Fall 2027 (pending approval). This is a contracted position with a preferred start date of January 2026 and an end date of August, 2026 with the possibility of reappointment.
Candidates who are interested in teaching Biodesign at MICA are encouraged to note this in their application.
About Biodesign at MICA:
The Biodesign program at MICA consists of three interrelated elements: Undergraduate Co-Major, a Graduate Degree, and a Research Agenda. The Undergraduate Biodesign Co-Major, is built upon 10+ years of Biodesign teaching at MICA and has been fully approved for launch AY27. It is situated within the Design and Innovation program which also includes Co-Majors in Architectural Design, Product Design, and Graphic Design. The Biodesign Graduate Degree is currently under development, with internal and external approvals targeted for AY26, and planned launch in Fall 2027. The Biodesign Research Agenda supports extra-curricular and co-curricular R&D regarding novel biomaterials, biofabrication technologies, and their applications, supported through millions of dollars in government and private funding.
The Biodesign Program explores and teaches methods of working with living organisms from across the more-than-human world to create novel materials, objects, and approaches to living and working together on our shared planet. Courses introduce new approaches to making from, like, with, and for other living beings. In MICA's state-of-the-art Biodesign Lab, students learn tools and techniques of biotechnology that expand the scope and possibilities of a contemporary art and design practice. The curriculum explores a broad range of theoretical perspectives and modes of practice, enabling each student to establish their own approach to Biodesign. Courses centered on Creative Experiential Learning build real-world skills and help students find career paths where they can most meaningfully contribute to this emerging transdisciplinary field.
Job Description:
The Biodesign Curriculum Development Partner will work with MICA's Endowed Chair of Biodesign (ECB) to develop the curriculum for the Undergraduate Biodesign Co-Major and the proposal for the Biodesign Graduate program. They will serve as a thought partner for imagining the future of Biodesign education, and will contribute to the planning, proposal, course development, and launch of these new programs.
Responsibilities Include:
* Build an understanding of the existing and thus-far planned Biodesign program at MICA.
* Serve as a thought partner for imagining the future of Biodesign education.
* Engage with the external Biodesign Advisory Board to gain additional input and perspective regarding program objectives and content, and make recommendations for potential board members.
* Work with internal partners from other academic departments and MICA's Centers for Excellence including: the Ratcliffe Center for Entrepreneurship, Career Development, and others at MICA to develop thoughtful curricular integrations
* Fully develop up to six courses in the approved Biodesign Undergraduate Co-Major curriculum to be offered in Academic Year 2026 - 2027, creating for each course: a detailed syllabus with weekly course outline, compiled and newly-written learning resources, list of materials and resources required to run the course, and other related content.
* Assist the ECB in developing the structure and content of the Biodesign Graduate program.
* Contribute materials required for internal and external approval of the Biodesign Graduate program.
* Develop information for select Graduate courses as required for creating the course listing and degree plan template, including course title, description, etc.
* Advise on Lab facilities and space requirements for the Undergraduate Co-Major and Graduate degree.
* Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
* Masters degree or higher in art, design, bio-science, or other relevant field (or commensurate experience)
* 1+ year experience teaching in higher education, beyond graduate assistantships
* 1+ year experience teaching biodesign (or closely related field)
* Demonstrated experience writing courses
* Demonstrated experience in curricular development
* Demonstrated understanding of the field of biodesign
* Demonstrated technical understanding of biodesign laboratory practices
* Demonstrated experience working in art and design educational context
* Demonstrated strength in written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
* A terminal degree in art, design, bio-science, or other relevant field (or equivalent professional experience)
* Contributions to the field of biodesign and/or biodesign education through publication, presentations, and other modes of public engagement
* Experience working in art/design educational context and science/engineering educational context.
Salary: Commensurate with experience with salary range from $15,000-$25,000 during the appointment term - Part Time/Exempt
Apply: The College will review applications as received. Materials received before November 21st, 2025 are best assured of receiving full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.
Application Instructions:
Submit a single PDF document that including:
* Cover Letter identifying your qualifications, experience, and what interests you about this position
* Comprehensive CV
* 1-3 Example syllabi written by the applicant
* Optional:
* Portfolio of related work - website link or PDF
* Portfolio of student work - website link or PDF
Conditions of Employment:
* Conditions: Satisfactory Background Check
Physical demands and work environment
* Remote or hybrid work options are available for this role.
* A minimum of three on-site work periods will be required, spread throughout the development process
* Part-Time schedule, with flexible working hours, aligned to a calendar of deliverables
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical Demands: While performing the duties of a job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (amt) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position)
* Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
* Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)
Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.
Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at ************.
$117k-147k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Affiliate Instructor - Teacher Education
Loyola University Maryland 4.4
Baltimore, MD jobs
Title Affiliate Instructor - Teacher Education Employee Type Regular Office/Department Teacher Education (JMA) Work Environment Remote Job Type Part time Anticipated Start Date 09/03/2024 Benefits at Loyola ********************************************** If Temporary or Visiting, Estimated End Date
Position Duties
The Teacher Education Department is seeking talented per-course instructors for our masters and certificate programs in elementary and secondary education (undergraduate and graduate), literacy education (Reading specialist, Literacy Teacher, ESOL), Kodaly Music Education, Montessori, and Curriculum & Instruction for Social Justice. Courses may be offered in our the Evergreen Campus in Baltimore. Additionally, courses may be offered in face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online formats.
We seek experienced educators with a passion for education who can combine real-world experience with theoretical understandings of the field.
Specific course needs vary from semester to semester. Information about our program offerings can be found at ***********************************************************
The School of Education at Loyola University Maryland is recruiting a pool of persons for possible per-course affiliate teaching positions. This pool will be accessed ONLY when an opening arises. Your credentials will remain active as long as the pool position is available but no more than one year. After one year, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the current position pool. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The review of applications is ongoing.
Compensation Range:
$4,000.00 - $4.500.00
Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
University Description
Loyola University Maryland, located in the vibrant city of Baltimore, is a prestigious, selective, comprehensive university with a strong residential liberal-arts-based undergraduate program and professional graduate programs at the master's and doctoral levels. Founded in 1852, Loyola is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States and the first to bear the name of Saint Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. Deeply committed to the Ignatian principles upon which it was founded, Loyola focuses on the care and education of the whole person - mind, body, and spirit - and its mission centers on preparing its students to learn, lead, and serve in a diverse and changing world.
The Wall Street Journal ranked Loyola No. 1 among midsized colleges in the South and No. 23 overall in the nation in its 2025 "Best Colleges" list. Loyola was also ranked No. 5 in the nation for career preparation, No. 22 in the nation for student experience, and No. 65 in the nation for impact on graduate salaries. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Loyola among the top 10 universities in the North Region for the past decade. Princeton Review named it one of the nation's top institutions for undergraduate higher education and one of the best Mid-Atlantic colleges for 2025. It is among Washington Monthly's top master's universities nationally and is listed among the "best value" private colleges in Kiplinger's Personal Finance.
Loyola University Maryland is proud to be recognized among the nation's top institutions. From national rankings to regional accolades, our commitment to academic excellence, student success, and Jesuit values continues to earn praise from respected organizations and publications.
Learn more about our prestigious rankings and notable accolades and university profile by clicking on the hyperlinks.
Diversity Statement
Loyola University Maryland strongly values the benefits that diversity brings to the workplace. In accord with its Ignatian values, the University is committed to creating and promoting a community that recognizes the inherent value and dignity of each person. Loyola University Maryland does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other legally protected classification. The University recruits, hires, and promotes in accord with this policy and its Core Values.
$35k-53k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
User Interface (UI) Systems Engineer/Product Owner
Xcelerate Media 3.9
Bethesda, MD jobs
Description User Interface (UI) Systems Engineer/Product Owner Xcelerate Solutions is seeking our next TS/SCI cleared User Interface (UI) Systems Engineer/ Product Owner, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development and deployment of software supporting DIA's National Digital Exploitation and OSINT Center (NDOC) and our 10-year DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) contract. This position provides an opportunity to have impact as part of a mission focused, solutions oriented, and adaptive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. The selected individual will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer, Release Train Engineer, and government leads to decompose high priority requirements from the product roadmap into valuable delivered solutions, executing on requirements analysis, design, system integration, and system testing. While most work is conducted on-site at our client location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and, occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely.
As a Systems Engineer/Product Owner you will lead a team responsible for designing and developing the User Interface (UI) of software applications while you manage risks, escalate impediments, and help to drive continuous process improvement. While most work is conducted on-site at our client location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and, occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, manage and continually improve the backlog of work items for an Agile scrum team. Update and prioritize stories and epics via feedback from various program stakeholders ensuring the team is always working on the highest-value tasks.
Provide technical support, coordination, and execution of systems engineering activities such as feature/requirements analysis, design, implementation planning, integration and test, sustainment, documentation, deployment, and system assessment.
Support Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) program increment planning and execution through creation of work tickets in GitLab as well as program/system documentation using collaboration software (e.g., Confluence). Participate in all Agile ceremonies to include daily stand up, planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
Stay informed of increment and sprint progress and work with the team to identify and remove impediments and dependencies.
Perform backlog refinement on a regular basis. This may include decomposing features into workable stories, prioritizing or reprioritizing items in the backlog for upcoming sprints, refining acceptance criteria and complexity estimates or removing tickets that are no longer relevant.
Accept or reject completed work based on defined acceptance criteria to ensure delivery of high-quality software.
Minimum Requirements:
BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience with 8+ years in software development, system engineering or related field
Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph
Experience as a Product Owner or a similar role in an Agile software development team.
Demonstrated ability to gather requirements and break down complex problems into actionable steps.
Experience managing and prioritizing product backlogs effectively.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, and experience with tools like Jira and Confluence.
Experience with facilitating scrum for the team (Planning, Retrospective, Grooming & Review/Demo)
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to articulate technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, design, and project management teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage expectations and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with UI development
Familiarity with React and Python
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Familiarity with Elasticsearch
Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with testing and debugging web applications
Familiarity with UX design principles
Agile certification: Certified Scrum Product Owner (CPSO), SAFe Agilist
About Xcelerate Solutions: Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (*************************** is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.
Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.