Academic Advisor

About the Opportunity

The Office of Student Services in the Bouvé College of Health Sciences is seeking an Academic Advisor to join their team!

The academic advisor provides student-centered advising services to Bouvé College of Health Sciences students. The advisor assists students with interpreting degree audits, understanding degree requirements, planning curricular and co-curricular experiences, and making referrals to resources. The advisor interprets and communicates University and College policies and procedures and assists students with navigating processes. The advisor works collaboratively with constituents across campus to facilitate services for students. The advisor will occasionally coordinate programs and events for students and will also coordinate special projects at the discretion of the Associate Director and/or Assistant Dean. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of advising, student development theory, and/or career development theory 

• Knowledge of current market trends relevant to the array of health science programs at Bouvé College 

• Knowledge of and ability to coordinate programs, develop event assessments, and utilize technology 

• Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking skills 

• Ability to uphold the ethical principles and practices set forth by the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) 

• Awareness of the needs of special populations such as underrepresented minorities, people with disabilities, and non-traditional student cohorts 

• Ability to engage and teach multiple audiences in multiple forms 

• Ability to demonstrate good judgment in decision-making and problem-solving 

• Ability to exhibit creativity, self-direction, and the capacity for independent work, multi-tasking, and organizational skills 

• Ability to commit to the highest level of professionalism, ethical standards, and confidentiality as directed by University policy 

• Ability to participate in evening, weekend and travel commitments as necessary 

Required qualifications: 

• Master’s degree 

• At least 1 year of professional work experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising

Preferred qualifications: 

• College-level teaching experience 

• Experience using Navigate, Banner, SalesForce, and/or DARS 

• Experience working with healthcare/pre-clinical students   

Position Type

Academic Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

107S

Expected Hiring Range:

$52,820.00 - $74,607.50

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.