Undergraduate Research Career Advisor (Hybrid Remote)

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Career Services Specialist- Advanced Professional to advance undergraduate student engagement in research opportunities and experiential learning across the Eberly College of Science. The role involves designing, delivering, and evaluating programs that help students explore and secure undergraduate research positions at Penn State and beyond.

Responsibilities include advising students on opportunities, coordinating the SURE program, developing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience advising undergraduate students and mentoring.
• Knowledge of undergraduate research opportunities and pathways to graduate education.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and evaluate undergraduate research programs (virtual, hybrid, in-person).
• Coordinate the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE).
• Meet with students to discuss interests and opportunities in research.
• Develop workshops and programming on undergraduate research and graduate education prep.

Skills

Undergrad advising

Program coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Career Services Specialist- Advanced Professional to advance undergraduate student engagement in research opportunities and experiential learning across the Eberly College of Science. The role involves designing, delivering, and evaluating programs that help students explore and secure undergraduate research positions at Penn State and beyond.

Responsibilities include advising students on opportunities, coordinating the SURE program, developing