Description
Academic Advisor
Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25006626)
The Department of Biological Sciences in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is seeking an Academic Advisor. We are seeking a positive, conscientious, student-centered individual to help prepare students for lives of impact by connecting them with educational experiences tailored to their specific goals and needs. The Biological Sciences team advises over 1600 students who have declared a major in one of six degree programs: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Computational Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Microbiology, or Molecular Biology. Our advisees are from a variety of backgrounds including underrepresented minority, first generation, and international students, and are interested in admission to medical school and/or careers in the health sciences or industry, as well as a variety of research-based graduate programs. This position requires patience, flexibility, energy, and a sincere desire to assist students. Excellent organization, communication skills, timeliness, cooperation, collaboration, and accuracy are essential. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous demands, inclusive of balancing a sizable caseload of students with administrative, creative, and/or project-driven responsibilities. Successful candidates will have an ability to understand and appreciate the perspectives of various communities, including communities of color. We seek to hire individuals who: foster and promote an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued; treat all individuals with respect; build collaborative working relationships with people of all backgrounds; and practice equitable treatment and opportunity for all individuals. Qualified candidates will have a master's degree and experience working with students in an advisory, supervisory, or mentoring setting.
Job Summary
Utilizes advanced advising knowledge, theory, and practical experience to serve as an academic liaison for students to identify academic and career goals, select appropriate courses, and plan for degree attainment. Manages small to medium-sized, moderately complex projects.
Essential Functions
The Academic Advisor must be able to use a computer and keyboard, and be able to use video communication technology (Skype, Zoom, Teams, etc.). Work is frequently conducted by email, telephone, in-person, or using video communication technology. The ability to communicate in a clear and concise fashion is essential.
Physical Effort
This position is generally sedentary within an office setting, but the ability to travel around campus occasionally is necessary.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Academic Advisor II
Job Family: Academic & Student Services
Job Sub Family: Academic Advising
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:30 am 5:00 pm
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range: $45,000 to $50,000 annually
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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