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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Academic Advisor Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, and Integ

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Aug 22, 2025
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Academic Advisor Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, and Integ College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Academic Advisor - Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, and Integ Hiring Department: Student Academic Affairs Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1036338 Posting Close Date: September 15, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $50,000 to $53,500. Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30 with occasional evening/weekend About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary This position - the academic advisor for the majors in Biological Sciences and Integrated Health Studies, the curriculum in Neuroscience, and the minor in Biological Sciences - is a member of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS) Academic Advising Center. It is the role of this unit to assure that, in the continuum from admission through graduation, students' individual educational needs are met while maintaining the academic standards established by the faculty of the College. As a primary source of College information, the academic advisors in Biological Sciences, Integrated Health Studies, and Neuroscience promote and facilitate excellence through academic advising. Duties & Responsibilities Engages in undergraduate student advising with current and incoming major/curriculum/minor undergraduate students, evaluating students' major/curriculum or minor degree progress/eligibility, educating and providing guidance concerning respective degree requirements, programs, academic and professional planning. Evaluates undergraduate students' progress in their respective major/curriculum or minor, evaluating degree requirements, counseling and providing related guidance and direction. Educates major/curriculum/minor students regarding College, University and Campus policies and procedures, along with course registration and selection towards their respective degree program. Interprets and enforces academic policies. Guides major/curriculum/minor students in navigating the petition process for exceptions to academic policies. Provides current and prospective major/curriculum/minor students with information regarding available College and University resources and opportunities. Educates and informs prospective students and their family/friends about the major/curriculum or minor and opportunities to aid in the recruitment of new LAS students. May conduct new LAS student orientation programs, supporting undergraduate LAS students in their transition to college, the University and promotes their academic success. Intervenes and refers major/curriculum/minor students to resources throughout the University community as may be needed. Exercises professional discretion and judgment to troubleshoot issues and problems that may arise. Documents pertinent and required information related to interactions with major/curriculum/minor students. Maintains and updates related databases as needed, to ensure that student records accurately reflect major/curriculum or minor degree progress and academic status. Assesses transfer courses for equivalency to major/curriculum/minor courses and requirements in the assigned academic departments, updating student records to reflect determined equivalency. As a member of the LAS Academic Advising Center, contributes to decisions for the academic probation or dismissal of individual LAS students. Participates in committees and/or teams as needed and/or assigned. Assists in the facilitation, training, and development of new advisors as may be needed. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required in the area of education, liberal arts and sciences, business, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications Academic background in Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, or a related field. Master's Degree in LAS, Teacher Education, Counseling or a related field preferred. At least one year of academic advising experience in higher education Demonstrated work experience in student/academic advising, counseling or other related field in an institution of higher learning. Excellent communication, organization, presentation and computer/pc skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, along with other related software. Familiarity with student development theory and FERPA, would be helpful. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. 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