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Program/Student Advisor - Urban Health Program, College of Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan

Jul 23, 2026
Program/Student Advisor - Urban Health Program, College of Medicine Program/Student Advisor - Urban Health Program, College of Medicine Hiring Department: Medicine-UHP Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1041796 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting Close Date: July 25, 2026 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $63,425.60 - 65,656.50 / Annual Salary 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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. This position provides programming activities, support, and advising to premed students and develops programming and support for current medical students. Serves at the Program Coordinator (Program Advisor) for College of Medicine Urban Health Program (COM-UHP) pre-matriculation programs and medical student development programs. Medical student development programing, admissions, pre-med outreach and recruitment, pre-med advising, and medical school application review are all significant functions of this position. Serves on local, university and community committees. Reports directly to the COM-UHP Assistant Director for Student Development. The position is onsite and located on the Chicago campus of the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Duties & Responsibilities: Plan and coordinate programming for COM-UHP pre-matriculation programs (i.e., Post-baccalaureate Admissions Program and Summer Pre-matriculation Program) orientations). Ensures students adhere to policies and procedures. Advise, monitor, and evaluate pre-matriculation program students and engage students as necessary to meet their individual needs. Develop individual educational action plans for students to achieve academic goals, personal growth and evaluate student's progress; implements appropriate retention strategies to support students' efforts. Identifies the diverse needs of students who are striving to meet the program requirements. Coach and advise prospective applicants on the medical school application process and opportunities at the University. Provide individual and group admissions workshops to diverse populations; review medical school applications. Plan, develop and implement on- and off-campus events and programs to recruit targeted prospective applicants to the College of Medicine (e.g., medical school admissions informational seminars and workshops). The coordination requires significant collaboration with other departments and offices across campus. Coordinate and staff in-state and out-of-staff medical student recruitment events hosted by outside organizations (e.g., Regional/National Student National Medical Association). Plan and implement programming for high school and college students; present to various organizations, college and high school counselors, students, prospective students, and parents. Develop promotional and marketing materials and maintains promotional, e.g., social networks, list serves, and email blasts. Write/edit departmental newsletters and marketing material. Provide information and statistical data, such as detailed recruitment activities; maintains student advisee data. Coordinate COM-UHP medical student development programs and events (e.g., specialty mentorship program, research program, student development workshops). Serve as an advocate for COM-UHP medical students. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor's Degree Demonstrated experience in working with diverse populations, admissions, recruitment and academic advising in higher education. Preferred Qualifications: One year working in an academic advising or career services counseling area in a college or university setting/or one-year previous experience advising healthcare education or professionals preferred. One year of demonstrated experience in program coordination, admissions, and recruitment in higher education. Knowledge of career services, student development theory as related to career choice/exploration, and the career development process. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing quality educational advising services. This includes student needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of student satisfaction. Knowledge of learning styles, motivational strategies, study skills and obstacles to learning. Computer literacy and ability to maintain databases. Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Office software, e.g. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in accomplishing tasks. Ability to analyze situations and develop solutions. Knowledge and experience with record keeping procedures. Ability to exercise sound judgment. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Work effectively with competing deadlines and prioritization. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. 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. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9716614"">https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/20177?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-5fde5b2a7bd24b8b8e49f6e7fcd61107