Undergraduate Research Programs Advisor

UCI group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine's Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) seeks an experienced advisor to guide undergraduate students toward faculty-mentored research across disciplines. You will identify research interests and help students connect with faculty mentors, promoting inquiry-based learning.

You will design workshops, develop outreach activities, and collaborate with DUE programs to foster an inclusive undergraduate research community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of learning theories and training models.
• Multicultural competencies and ability to work with diverse groups of staff, faculty and students.
• Oral and written communication skills; interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and 3-5 years advising students in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate students on how to identify research interests and find a faculty mentor per university policy.
• Design and conduct workshops for undergraduates on getting involved in research and communicating findings effectively.
• Develop and implement marketing, outreach, and activities to promote an undergraduate research community at UCI.
• Collaborate with DUE programs and offices; may supervise student employees; 100% in-person with flexibility.

Job description

UC Irvine's Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) seeks an experienced advisor to guide undergraduate students toward faculty-mentored research across disciplines. You will identify research interests and help students connect with faculty mentors, promoting inquiry-based learning.

You will design workshops, develop outreach activities, and collaborate with DUE programs to foster an inclusive undergraduate research community.