Academic Advisor, Preprofessional Advising - College of Arts & Science

New York University; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University is seeking a dynamic Academic Advisor for the College of Arts & Science. The advisor will focus on prehealth advising, supporting a cohort of first-year students, and liaising with faculty members. This role emphasizes strong communication skills and relevant experience in educational contexts.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in counseling or advising.
• Ability to interpret and communicate policies.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on prehealth, prelaw, and business studies.
• Liaise with other prehealth advisors across the University.

Skills

Communication

Counseling

Advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

MA in liberal arts subject

Job description

Academic Advisor, Preprofessional Advising - College of Arts & Science

Posting Number

2025-14625

Location : Location

US-NY-New York

Hybrid Remote Work Classification

Hybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite

Department

CAS Preprofessional Advising

School/Division

Arts and Science (AS1111)

Compensation Grade

Band 52

Union

N/A

FT/PT

Full-Time

Category

Student Services/Athletics

Position Summary

The College of Arts & Science is seeking a dynamic Academic Advisor to join the Preprofessional Advising team. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Preprofessional Advising, the academic advisor will advise students on prehealth, prelaw, and business studies academic performance, policies, and other learning opportunities. Special focus includes but is not limited to prehealth programming, working with the student groups and advisory boards related to health professions, serving as member of the Committee on Evaluations to Schools of the Health Professions, and drafting the school-wide committee letter of evaluation. This staff person will liaise with other prehealth advisors across the University and maintain up to date information on trends in graduate health careers etc. In addition, this individual will advise and counsel a significant cohort of first-year students, serving as the primary advisor until they declare their major, and remaining as a support and resource person throughout their undergraduate career. This position will analyze data received through student inquiries, market research, and input and recommend new programs and courses to meet changing needs. Liaise with faculty and other University personnel, representing the Dean and the College to internal and external constituencies.

Qualifications

Required Education:
Bachelor's degree

Preferred Education:
MA in liberal arts subject strongly preferred

Required Experience:
2-3 years' experience in counseling, advising, student services, program development or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience:
Experience in an academic environment

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Ability to interpret and communicate policies to individuals at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $70,000 to USD $75,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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