Academic Advisor

Full details and to apply visit: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/161832

Microbiology and BioHealth Sciences Advisor

The Department of Microbiology is seeking a Microbiology and BioHealth Sciences Advisor. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position at Oregon State University.

The Academic Advisor will provide academic advising for both on-campus and distance-degree (Ecampus) undergraduate students in the department of Microbiology pursing majors in Microbiology and BioHealth Sciences. The incumbent in this position will work with an experienced team of advisors, and will be expected to be knowledgeable about and capable of advising students regarding choices between the two programs. The  undergraduate student population includes a large percentage of students with interests in pursuing careers and advanced degrees in the Health Sciences field (Pre-Med, Pre-Physician’s Assistant, Pre-Dental, Pre-Clinical Lab Science, etc.) Contact with students occurs in multiple formats including phone, email, and video-conferencing correspondence, as well as in-person advising as part of individual, group, and classroom settings. Advising responsibilities will include support for program orientation courses which provide students with the resources to be successful in their academic career at OSU and in their chosen profession.

Responsibilities

• 55% Academic Advising Undergraduate Students in the Department of Microbiology
• 20% Health Professions Advising
• 20% Academic Advising Programming & Department Support
• 5% Professional Development

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement benefits
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Two or more years of full-time employment as a professional academic advisor in a college or university setting.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating programs or projects either as a member of a team or independently.
• Professional experience assisting diverse learners, including non-traditional, online, international students, and underrepresented groups.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity in a multicultural setting and a commitment to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of audiences (students, staff, faculty and administrators).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (e.g., attention to detail, proofreading for accuracy, consistency, ability to lead presentations, interviewing skills, etc.).
• Demonstrated computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with student information and/or customer relationship management systems (e.g. MyDegrees, Banner, Peoplesoft, Slate, Salesforce, Core, Navigate, etc.)
• Degree in fields such as General Science or Life Sciences degrees (e.g., Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Molecular Biology, Zoology)
• Master’s or doctoral degree in Higher Education Administration, Advising, Education, General Science or Life Science related field.
• Previous professional experience in a career field related to life sciences.

Knowledge related to application and admissions processes to health professional schools, such as medicine, dentistry or pharmacy.