Institutional Aid Specialist

by twochickswithasidehustle | Feb 21, 2026 | Uncategorized

remote typeRemote, USAlocationsRemote, USAtime typeFull timeposted onPosted 17 Days Agojob requisition idR 2025 3087

Compensation Range:Hourly: $20.00 – $23.00

Position Summary

The Institutional Aid Specialist has responsibility for performing duties requiring analytical decision-making and coordination of program requirements. Incumbents are responsible for performing various duties in the coordination of internal and external scholarship programs as well as various forms of institutional aid, which can include outreach, customer service, monitoring communication with students and awarding aid.  Institutional Aid Specialists provide exceptional customer service and quality responses to all student and internal inquiries.  

Essential Functions:

• Manage and maintain the awarding of all Institutional Aid, including but not limited to: Internal and external scholarships, Federal Work Study, CARES/HEERF, Institutional Loans, State Grants 
• Manage and monitor emails to the department. 
• Serve as an information resource regarding all forms of Institutional Aid 
• Ensuring the awards are current and appropriate for reporting. 
• Respond to requests for information in an assigned program area from faculty, staff, students, affiliates, and service providers. 
• Provide support for staff on processes and procedures. 
• Participate and assist monitoring scholarship budgets, which may include awarding or reconciling student accounts. 
• Collaborate with internal departments, affiliates, and service providers to forward college initiatives and determine program needs. 
• Attend all required team meetings and trainings, adjusting schedule as necessary. 
• Provide professional and composed support to escalated students.  
• Participate in ongoing department projects, or other special projects, as needed.  
• Reasonable and consistent attendance to fulfill requirements of position.   
• Other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:  N/A

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred 
• Minimum of one (1) year of financial aid programs, scholarships or regulations required 
• Experience with data processing and automated records maintenance systems preferred 
• Experience with the online delivery of education preferred  
• Experience working in a technology-driven enterprise preferred 
• Experience in higher education preferred 
• All skills, abilities and education will be considered for minimum qualifications 

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills:

• Knowledge of available private, state, and federal aid programs. 
• Knowledge of academic and business workings of a higher education institution. 
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures. 
• Knowledge of financial aid software or agility within financial aid technical systems 
• Skill in oral and written communication. 
• Skill in operating equipment, such as personal computer, fax, copier, phone system. 
• Skill in utilizing technology, including ability to navigate web sites, perform word processing, create spreadsheets, send e-mail and electronic messages. 
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize. 
• Ability to use and facilitate online communication using email and/or other technology-based communication media. 
• Ability to problem-solve. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Ability to prepare letters, reports and business correspondence. 
• Excellent customer service skills. 
• Organized with good time management skills. 
• Highly organized and detail oriented. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and other applications in the Microsoft Office suite. 

Location: Remote, USA

Travel: No Travel Required 

Social Media Manager

by twochickswithasidehustle | Feb 20, 2026 | Uncategorized

Job Details

Description

Company Information

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services, combined with innovative technology and data solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials.

Company Culture

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.

At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Job Overview Summary

Advarra’s Social Media Manager is responsible for developing, owning, and scaling social media efforts while managing and optimizing existing channels. The successful candidate will lead platform strategy, channel expansion, and performance reporting and optimization, while partnering closely with the content team to ensure engaging, human-centered storytelling. This role will play a crucial part in enhancing brand awareness, strengthening community engagement, and supporting pipeline growth through thoughtful, compliant, and data-driven social programs.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive Advarra’s social media strategy, managing current channels while assessing, launching, and scaling new platforms based on specific business goals (e.g., employer brand, thought leadership, AEO, community engagement, demand generation).
• Oversee the day-to-day management and optimization of Advarra’s existing social channels, paid social media campaigns, and employee advocacy platform in alignment with marketing goals and brand voice.
• Lead social content planning, campaign development, and scheduling across platforms, partnering closely with the content writer, content strategist, and creative partners to:
  • Develop engaging and visually appealing content (text, images, videos),
  • Optimize marketing assets, and
  • Translate complex tech/service offerings into accessible, value-driven narratives.
• Partner cross-functionally with product, events, human resources, and customer service teams to develop and align social strategy with integrated marketing, culture, and business initiatives.
• Collaborate with select Advarra executives and subject matter experts to optimize their social profiles, content, and public presence.
• Build and nurture relationships with online communities, influencers, brand advocates, thought leaders, KOLs, and professional / industry networks; monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions to foster positive interactions, while flagging and escalating any adverse mentions, misinformation, or reputational risks.
• Track, analyze, and report on KPIs—such as engagement rate, follower growth, website traffic, pipeline contribution, share of voice, attribution models, and sentiment / share of voice—using native and third-party tools to translate performance data into clear insights and recommendations.
• Run A/B tests and experiments to optimize messaging, visuals, posting times, formats, audience segments, and creative direction.
• Develop, document, and maintain scalable social media governance frameworks that enable responsible growth, brand consistency, and compliance across platforms and contributors.
• Stay current on social media trends, tools, algorithm changes, industry conversations, and compliance best practices to ensure our platforms remain innovative, relevant, and safe.
• Occasional travel (3-4 times / year) for in-person conferences or team-building meetings.

Location

This role is open to candidates working remotely in the United States.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (in Marketing, Communications, Life Sciences, or related field) and proven experience (8+ years) managing social media platforms for a technology, services, or regulated organization (preferably with B2B / tech / healthcare / life sciences exposure).
• Demonstrated experience launching or scaling new social platforms, programs, and advocacy initiatives from the ground up.
• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end campaign management, including strategic planning, execution, optimization, and performance reporting.
• Deep understanding of key social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, etc.), including algorithm dynamics, features, audience behaviors, and evolving trends.
• Proficiency in social media management, listening, scheduling, and analytics tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Sprout, Sprinklr, HubSpot, and GA4).
• Experience with paid social media campaigns and budget management.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft content that drives engagement.
• Strong project management skills: ability to juggle multiple campaigns, stakeholders, calendars, and deadlines.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and teams.
• Ability to absorb domain / regulatory guidance, understand scientific / clinical information, and execute feedback loops.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience or domain knowledge in clinical research, life sciences, healthcare, medical technology, biotech, or regulated industries.
• Working knowledge of SEO and AEO principles, and how social platforms support discoverability, authority, and AI-driven search experiences.
• Proficiency with design / multimedia tools (Canva, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, basic video editing) and a strong aesthetic sense.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation.
• Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.
• Learn and comprehend basic instructions
• Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities
• Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Advarra provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Advarra takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.

The base salary range for this role is $94,000 – $126,000 Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus in addition to base salary as well as health coverage, paid holidays, and other benefits.

Quality Improvement Analyst (Remote)

by twochickswithasidehustle | Feb 20, 2026 | Uncategorized

• United States
• Full-Time
• Remote within the United States
• Regular
• 5388

Job Description

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.
Job Summary and Responsibilities

Acentra Health is looking for a Quality Improvement Analyst to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

The Internal Quality Improvement (QI) Specialist is responsible for supporting and fostering an environment of continuous quality and process improvement. This role ensures the quality, efficiency, and compliance of internal processes by developing and implementing improvement plans, tracking performance, and leading data-driven initiatives. The QI Specialist helps improve the standardization of work, seamless workflows, and evaluates for efficient case review processing. The specialist will focus on data analysis and reporting while actively promoting enhancements to manual work and cross team collaboration. This position plays a key role in ensuring that lessons learned and best practices are shared internally advance the effectiveness of the internal quality improvement and overall program.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies improvement opportunities through data analysis and performance monitoring, and facilitates and leads data‑driven projects within the Internal Quality Improvement Program (IQIP).
• Delivers regular project report‑outs to leadership and stakeholders, summarizing progress, risks, barriers, and data‑supported results.
• Responsible for helping to create Lean/Six Sigma monitoring reports which include data trends and analysis using Microsoft Office 365 apps and automation tools where possible while coordinating with the appropriate team members to ensure compliance with contract deliverables, critical indicators (CI), and process efficiencies.
• Works closely with team members to establish project plans with timelines, drive projects, and maintain process improvement strategies that reflect Lean/Six Sigma concepts.
• On a monthly basis, prepares and provides data analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to Senior Management and contracting officer representatives.
• Provides guidance and expertise to project teams and continuous improvement oversight to team members by monitoring individual project plans, offering mitigation plans and solutions when potential threats/risks are identified, and suggesting improvement strategies, efficiencies, and automation options.
• Responsible for assisting and monitoring Root Cause Analysis (RCAs) and any other Quality Improvement activities conducted as required for assigned contracts by team members and identify automated solutions when possible.
• Provides support and guidance to team members during meetings with internal customers.
• Assists, as needed, in the development and implementation of quality improvement plans.
• Responsible for maintaining documented standards of performance and identifying all deviations from the quality improvement plan.
• Maintains working knowledge of the current contract and deliverables to ensure compliance. Interacts with stakeholders during changing conditions to maintain alignment, gather input, and ensure project continuity.
• Assists in the development of Lean/Six Sigma process improvement tools that will produce quantitative and qualitative data and findings to validate compliance and competence.
• Suggest opportunities for automation based on knowledge of quality improvement models and methods (e.g., rapid cycle improvement, quality measurement and reporting, plan-do-study-act, DMAIC)
• Facilitates quality activities, provides continuous improvement consulting services to internal customers, employs knowledge of performance improvement strategies, principles, methodology, techniques, and data analysis.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.  

The list of accountabilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other education- and experience-related duties that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Requires 3 or more years of quality improvement experience, with an emphasis on performance measurement systems
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or higher, Lean/Six Sigma certification and an understanding of Lean/Six Sigma processes and tools
• Experience using Microsoft Office 365 applications; including SharePoint Lists and Microsoft Power Applications
• Demonstrated use of quality improvement tools to create effective change
• Strong project management, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, conceptual and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse audiences, including physicians, nurses, health professionals, administrators, product developers, business analysts, and non-technical staff.
• Exceptional skills in communication, organization, facilitation, and teamwork.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma models and methods to identify and suggest opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Ability to interact with internal and external customers professionally and courteously, even under hectic and changing conditions.
• Function as a Subject Matter Expert for automation opportunities, providing suggestions and collaborating with team members to remove barriers to automation services.
• Ability to organize, synthesize, and analyze substantial amounts of information and data and create project plans.
• Attentiveness to deadlines and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organization skills and attention to detail.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people’s lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

Visit us at https://careers.acentra.com/jobs

EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Compensation

The pay for this position is listed below.

“Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level.”
Pay Range

USD $62,400.00 – USD $78,000.00 /Yr.

Data Analyst III – REMOTE

by twochickswithasidehustle | Feb 17, 2026 | Uncategorized

Join the People Helping People

Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.

The Opportunity

The Data Analyst III leads strategic projects and other data quality remediation planning. This position partners closely with business and operation teams. This position will help guide and mentor less experienced and skilled team members and help review the work done by other data analyst.

Day in the Life

• Lead strategic Enterprise Data Warehouse projects.
• Mentor less tenured data analysts.
• Follow and advise on industry standards and advances on data driven technologies and tools.  
• Analyze data to determine relationships between large datasets.
• Create complex end-to-end data flow diagrams and logical data models.
• Develop complex SQL scripts for various reporting and ad-hoc analysis.
• Document business requirements, source to target data mapping, collaboration with technology teams, design, development, testing, and deployments.
• Document System of Record data models and map to business process.
• Data mapping specification designs, data feed specifications, data analysis and data comparison.
• Develop and document data remediation requirements and plans.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Responsible for reporting risks that are identified to the appropriate team and/or management.
• Responsible for managing, monitoring and reporting risks within the scope of your work area, to include, but not limited to Information Security risks.
• Ability to coach and mentor less tenured data analysts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• College degree in Analytics, Data Science, Data Management, CIS or equivalent training and/or experience.
• 5+ years’ experience as a data analyst or equivalent position where working with data is a primary responsibility.
• 5+ years’ experience with data technologies, process, data mapping tools with highly complex and integrated business models.
• Intermediate – Advanced SQL skills
• Prior experience on Enterprise Data Warehouse build projects
• Working knowledge of Snowflake is a plus
• Familiarity with Databricks.
• Experience with ADO.
• Must be detailed focus with the ability to detect patterns and possible solutions from large volumes of data.
• Practical knowledge of debit/credit card processing, financial systems, mobile solutions, high-availability systems, and data safe-keeping practices.

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About Velera

At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners.   Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!

Pay Equity$84,900.00 – $108,200.00

Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Great Work/Life Benefits!

• Competitive wages
• Medical with telemedicine
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Maternity, Parental, Family Care
• Community Volunteer Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• 401k (with employer match)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance
• Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Data Analyst II – REMOTE

by twochickswithasidehustle | Feb 17, 2026 | Uncategorized

locationsRemote-USAtime typeFull timeposted onPosted 7 Days Agojob requisition id8886

Join the People Helping People

Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.

The Opportunity:

The Data Analyst II leads strategic enterprise data warehouse projects and other data quality remediation planning. This position partners closely with business and operation teams. This position will help guide and mentor less experienced and skilled team members and help review the work done by other data analyst.

Day in the Life:

• Help to drive strategic Enterprise Data Warehouse projects.
• Follow and advise on industry standards and advances on data driven technologies and tools.  
• Analyze data to determine relationships between large datasets.
• Create complex end-to-end data flow diagrams and logical data models.
• Develop basic – intermediate SQL scripts for various reporting and ad-hoc analysis.
• Document data requirements, source to target data mapping, collaboration with technology teams, design, development, testing, and deployments.
• Document system of record data models and map to business process.
• Data mapping specification designs, data feed specifications, data analysis and data comparison.
• Develop and document data remediation requirements and plans.
• Adhere to Agile principles and philosophies (Scrum or Kanban, as applicable) in fulfillment of the role.
• Responsible for reporting risks that are identified to the appropriate team and/or management.
• Additionally, responsible for managing, monitoring and reporting risks within the scope of your work area, to include, but not limited to Information Security risks.
• Must be detailed focus with the ability to detect patterns and possible solutions from large volumes of data.
• Mentor less tenured data analysts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• College degree in Analytics, Data Science, Data Management, CIS or equivalent training and/or experience.
• 2+ years’ experience as a data analyst or equivalent position where working with data is a primary responsibility.
• 2+ years’ experience with data technologies, process, data mapping tools with highly complex and integrated business models.
• Basic to intermediate SQL skills
• Familiarity with Databricks.
• Basic knowledge of Snowflake is a plus
• Data Warehousing methodologies and modeling
• Financial industry knowledge.

About Velera

At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners.   Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!

Pay Equity$67,700.00 – $86,300.00

Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Great Work/Life Benefits!

• Competitive wages
• Medical with telemedicine
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Maternity, Parental, Family Care
• Community Volunteer Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• 401k (with employer match)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance
• Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following “EEO is the Law” Poster. Velera 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. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.