Academic Adviser

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Eberly College of Science is seeking an Academic Adviser-Senior Professional to be part of an advising team focused on students pursuing the majors of Premedicine and Integrative Science and any Penn State student interested in a health professional school for medical, dental, podiatry, optometry, and physician assistant. Duties will include providing academic advising to assigned students, assisting students in navigating University policies and procedures and program curriculum, and coordinating special events and programs which directly assist undergraduate students.

The selected candidate will also be responsible for the following:

• Develop and deliver ancillary workshops for students on specific aspects of the Prehealth application process, including the comprehensive interview process, gap year planning, and personal statement writing
• Assist Schreyer's Honors College students in Premedicine and Integrative Science majors by monitoring Honors requirements
• Teach first-year seminar for students interested in the Premedicine and/or Integrative Science majors
• Teach a section of a one credit Medical Professions class
• Serve on pre-professional evaluation committee to interview and evaluate health professions applicants
• Coach and provide extensive feedback to medical, dental, optometry and other health profession school applicants
• Assist with New Student Orientation, including meet with parents, advise students, and make presentations.
  
  

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of the Science Advising Center, the Director of the Premedicine major, the Director of the Integrative Science major and the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students and to support the mission of health professions advising. We are seeking an individual who is committed to working with the advising team to provide high quality service to students and who will work to enhance the climate for the diverse student population in the College.

This position typically requires a Master's degree or higher plus four to seven years of related experience. Eight to ten years of related experience is preferred. Applicants with a background in science and marketing are preferred. The successful candidate will have a strong background in academic advising with a proven track record and commitment to serving diverse student populations. Other required skills include attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication, and proficiency using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and podcast production are desirable.

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$56,200.00 - $81,500.00

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