Engineering Grad Advisor II - Student Success & Retention

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston seeks an Academic Advisor II for the Engineering Data Science and AI program and Materials Science and Engineering program to guide graduate students through degree planning, academic progress, and university policies. This role supports retention, timely graduation, and overall student success in a fast-paced academic environment.

Responsibilities include advising on degree requirements, monitoring progress, onboarding new students, maintaining records, communicating

Qualifications

• Requires a formal 4-year degree in a relevant field and at least 1 year of related experience.
• Advising and supporting graduate students on degree planning, policies, and progression.
• Security-sensitive role with a criminal history check required.
• University of Houston System is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all applicants encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on degree requirements, course selection, and academic policies.
• Monitor progress, identify at-risk students, and provide interventions.
• Assist with admission decisions, degree audits, and graduation certification.
• Support new student onboarding, orientation, and transition.
• Maintain student records in university systems (e.g., PeopleSoft).
• Interpret and communicate academic policies and curriculum changes.
• Process petitions and student requests; contribute to process improvements.
• Provide guidance on internships, co-ops, and enrichment opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and departments to support student success.
• Participate in recruitment, outreach events, and retention programs.

Skills

Advising

Interventions

Recruitment & Outreach

Policy communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

The University of Houston seeks an Academic Advisor II for the Engineering Data Science and AI program and Materials Science and Engineering program to guide graduate students through degree planning, academic progress, and university policies. This role supports retention, timely graduation, and overall student success in a fast-paced academic environment.

Responsibilities include advising on degree requirements, monitoring progress, onboarding new students, maintaining records, communicating