Academic Advisor for Biological, Physical and Health Sciences

Roosevelt University; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Roosevelt University is seeking an Academic Advisor to assist students in the Biological, Physical and Health Sciences departments on the Chicago campus. This full-time, exempt role will provide curricular information, support program planning, and coordinate with faculty and staff to aid recruitment and retention.

Some evening and weekend hours are required; the position reports to the Director of Academic Advising.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a college environment focusing on student development or academic advising.
• Proficiency with computerized student information systems and MS Office.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate curricular information to students and prospective students in individual and group settings.
• Assist in short-term and long-term academic program planning and advising.
• Develop advising training materials and prepare reports on advisees.

Skills

Student advising

SIS software

Administrative duties

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Ellucian/Banner

Job description

Academic Advisor for Biological, Physical and Health Sciences

Position Title

Academic Advisor for Biological, Physical and Health Sciences

Category

Administrative

Position Number

S0001394

Location

Hybrid - Chicago

Open Date

09/09/2026

Open Until Filled?

No

Job Type

Full-Time

Position Summary

Roosevelt University seeks an Academic Advisor to meet with continuing, new and prospective students in the Department of Biological, Physical and Health Sciences. This position will provide accurate, current curricular information on undergraduate programs in the department of BPHS; assist in short-term and long-term academic program planning; refer students to other support services / units on campus; provide assistance with program changes (class drops, adds and major changes), and career plans; assist in recruitment and retention efforts which progresses our students toward graduation.

This is a full-time, exempt position located on the Chicago campus. This position reports to the Director of Academic Advising. Some evening and weekend hours are required.

Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in further detail by clicking this link: https://rooseveltu.touchpointsonline.com/

The salary range for this position is $50,000-$52,000.

Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or [e-mail].

Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email [e-mail].

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a college environment working within student development or academic advising.
• Ability to use computerized student information systems and personal computing software.
• Proven ability to perform assigned administrative duties focused on supporting our advising, recruitment, and retention efforts.
• Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to service excellence by embodying Roosevelt’s core values, mission, and vision in every aspect of the role working with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• A positive and professional demeanor is a must.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Years of Experience Required

1

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Qualifications

Please refer to Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree preferred and 1 year of experience.
• Familiarity with Ellucian/Banner

Equipment Operated

Office equipment (desktop computer, office copier/ multifunction device and phone).

Working Conditions

Normal climate-controlled office environment is provided. Job is largely sedentary, but there is a need to move about the office and buildings frequently. Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and/or pulling is required (typically less than 10 pounds of weight or pressure). Regular use of desktop computer is required, calling for frequent hand/wrist movement and repetition. Moderate level of stress. Occasional travel within the local or regional setting may be required.

Duty and Responsibility

Provide accurate, current curricular information to students and prospective students on undergraduate programs in individual and group settings; assist in short-term and long-term academic program planning; provide information to faculty, staff, parents and others through workshops, orientations, and information sessions. Provide academic advising to specialized populations of students as deemed necessary.

Percentage Of Time

60

Duty and Responsibility

Serve as liaison, establish and develop effective relationships, create goals and plans for assessing goals with students, faculty, departmental heads, deans, and others, both on-and off-campus.

Percentage Of Time

20

Duty and Responsibility

Complete additional administrative duties, including preparation of reports on advisees and development of advising training materials, and supports faculty and staff in responding to student questions or issues. Exemplify the qualities of the service initiative C.A.R.E. by exhibiting the qualities of consistent, accessible, respectful and efficient service to all internal and external constituents.

Percentage Of Time

15

Duty and Responsibility

The Academic Advisor may be assigned additional related tasks in support of the department/University’s mission and goals.

Percentage Of Time

5