Senior Academic Advisor, Neuroscience (Hybrid/Remote)

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 851,000 - 1,060,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neuroscience Senior Academic Advisor at University of California, Berkeley counsels students on academic program policies and provides specialized expertise in the Neuroscience major. The role partners with cross-campus advisors, leads graduation audits, and coordinates transfer equivalencies to ensure timely degree progress.

You will manage course and classroom scheduling, collaborate with the IB and MCB curriculum planners, and serve on curriculum and advising committees.

Qualifications

• Advanced advising concepts and direct student service experience in higher education.
• Thorough knowledge of college/school policies and advising procedures.
• Ability to multitask with demanding timeframes and meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to learn university computer applications and systems.

Responsibilities

• Advising undergraduates in an assigned major using holistic approaches.
• Lead complex programs (e.g., Honors Program, Transfer Seminar).
• Coordinate degree conferral, graduation audits, and APR updates.
• Manage course and classroom scheduling; enrollments and evaluations.
• Represent the advising office on campus committees and policy updates.

Skills

Advanced advising

Counseling

Student services

Time management

Communication

Education

Master's degree or higher in student affairs, counseling, or related area

Tools

Google Suite

Campus enrollment systems

Job description

The Neuroscience Senior Academic Advisor at University of California, Berkeley counsels students on academic program policies and provides specialized expertise in the Neuroscience major. The role partners with cross-campus advisors, leads graduation audits, and coordinates transfer equivalencies to ensure timely degree progress.

You will manage course and classroom scheduling, collaborate with the IB and MCB curriculum planners, and serve on curriculum and advising committees.