Senior Academic Advisor - Department of Biomedical Engineering

Job Posting Title:

Senior Academic Advisor - Department of Biomedical Engineering

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Hiring Department:

Biomedical Engineering

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

About the Cockrell School of Engineering at UT Austin

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care.

About the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME)

If you are interested in working for an interdisciplinary, innovative, and smaller UT department with staff, faculty, and students committed to improving human health and wellbeing, please consider a career with UT BME. We are passionate about the work we do to support our high caliber students, robust academic programs, and cutting-edge research.

Purpose

This position is responsible for providing high quality service to undergraduate Biomedical Engineering students through advising, leading orientation and informational sessions, keeping student records, tracking progress towards degree completion, and academic administrative support. This position will collaborate with other staff and participate in Cockrell School student programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Student Advising – Academic degree advising of Biomedical Engineering undergraduates individually or in a group environment. Includes the development of advising materials, monitoring four-year degree progress, and assisting with coordinating peer advisor training and oversight. Administration and oversight of department-level undergraduate research awards, scholarships, and cash prizes including coordination of the nomination and selection process. Assists students individually with academic concerns, questions, registration issues, and connects students to available University resources. Manages the weekly undergraduate newsletter. (40%)
• Support Undergraduate Academic Programs – In conjunction with the Advising Coordinator, coordinate the Belong mentoring program and First-Year Interest Groups. (20%)
• Student Event Support – Assist Advising Coordinator with projects and special programs including but not limited to New Student Orientation, Gone to Engineering, Commencement, bi-annual Poster Symposiums and their related activities. Act in a leadership or support role (as assigned) to carry out programs/activities/events. (15%)
• Data Requests and Analysis - Provide statistics for standard reports and ad hoc information requests for program analysis. Monitor graduation rates and timelines and provide department leadership with student program data when needed. (10%)
• Engage with Campus Advising Community – Attend meetings, trainings, and talks related to UT, advising, and department/majors: College Advising Meetings, Academic Counselors Association meetings, and College professional development activities. Serve on committees or advisory boards as needed. (10%)
• Faculty Support – Assist faculty members with various academic and administrative concerns and questions including but not limited to grade changes, student issues, allegations of scholastic dishonesty, scholarship nominations, etc. (5%)
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus six years of experience working with students in an academic counseling capacity; or master’s degree plus four years of experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, students, and the public. Excellent verbal and written