Academic Advisor

About the Role

Quinnipiac University's School of Health Sciences invites applications for an Academic Advisor to support undergraduate students within the School of Health Sciences. In this role, you will guide students through their academic journey, providing personalized advising, mentorship, and resources that empower them to achieve their educational and professional goals in health-related fields. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position.

About the School/Program

The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty and staff and enrolls over 2,500 students across 30 graduate and undergraduate academic programs. The school is organized into seven departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, diagnostic medical sonography, exercise science, health science studies, medical microbiology & immunology and radiologic sciences, and graduate programs in advanced medical imagining & leadership, biomedical sciences, cardiovascular perfusion, occupational therapy, pathologists’ assistant, physician assistant, physical therapy and social work. The school also offers entry-level dual-degrees for occupational therapy, physician assistant and physical therapy.

Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, pioneering research and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of all individuals. Through unique and distinctive academic programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, immersive learning experiences, and student-centeredness, we empower students to deliver compassionate care, create innovation through research, and catalyze change in dynamic health fields. Our emphasis on evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, and interprofessional healthcare skills equips our graduates to make impactful and inclusive contributions to their professions.

In all our endeavors, we are guided by a commitment to innovation, accountability, excellence, and social responsibility as we aspire to be a first-choice school of excellence and a global leader in fostering new knowledge, improving healthcare, and increasing health equity.

About Quinnipiac

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 22 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles — including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in men’s ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs.

The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.

As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the core values that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee: We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner. We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued. We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path of impact together.

Responsibilities

• Support mission, vision, core values, and strategic plans of Quinnipiac University, its School of Health Sciences
• Promote student academic success, retention, and persistence
• Maintain assigned caseloads of advisees and serve as a resource for students exploring a career in health-related fields
• Advise students in the development of academic plans of study
• Work closely with other advisors, registrar, program directors, department chairs and the faculty to provide timely and accurate information to students on various health-related fields and course/degree options
• Monitor progress and retention of assigned advisees
• Refer students to the appropriate academic resources
• Assist with advising of transfer/change of major students
• Provide support for registration, first year student orientation, and admissions-related events
• Support students with the application process for graduate/professional school
• Support the University’s inclusive excellence mission

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, student affairs, public health, or a related field preferred
• A minimum of one year of experience in academic advising or related academic functions in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to work with students, faculty and staff from various backgrounds
• Effective verbal and written communication and teamwork skills
• Evidence of understanding the issues faced by college students
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to supporting student success, retention, and academic achievement

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work with and adapt to software and technology that are used in the support of university practices, such as Self Service, Colleague, Stellic, etc.
• Member of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) or National Association for Advisors of Health Professions (NAAHP)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.