Academic Advisor (Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program)

Posting Number SF01891

Job Title Academic Advisor (Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program)

Position Number 108896

FTE 1.00

FLSA Exempt

Position Type Professional Staff

Union PSA/NEA – Professional Staff Assoc

Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 10

Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $57,155 – $86,321

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Department Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program

Contact(s) 

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Phone/Extension 

Contact Email 

Physical Demands 

Campus Location Kingston

Grant Funded No

Extension Contingency Notes 

Job Description Summary 

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by November 25, 2024. Applications received after November 25, 2024 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

Coordinate and provide academic and experiential learning advising to Interdisciplinary Neuroscience undergraduate, graduate, and certificate students, transfer students, as well as undecided majors wanting entry into these programs; Manage the organization of Interdisciplinary Neuroscience minor; Working alongside staff and INP faculty within the College of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, and College of Environment and Life Sciences for various tracks within major; Responsible for a thorough knowledge of the curriculum, university policy, and campus resources; Serve as liaison to students, and, as required, teaching a section of URI 101; Attend all orientation, welcome days, prospective student days, and other advisor related events; Assist with the Living Learning Community (LLC) of Neuroscience; Aid INP Resident Academic Mentor, RAM, with various events throughout the semester; Aid Housing and Residence Life in the selection and hiring of the INP RAM.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide academic counsel to undergraduate, graduate, and certificate students within the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience program (INP). This also includes prospective students, and students seeking transfer admission to program. Initiate student contact and participate in individual advising at least twice a semester and additionally as needed.

Assist with walk-in advising.

Assist with scholastic standing review.

Continue to support student needs during the summer, J-term, and during academic breaks throughout the calendar year.

Monitor and certify the progress of all INP students, ensuring that they progress toward graduation in a timely fashion.

Work closely with the INP Director and each graduate student (PhD, MS, and Certificate) and their respective faculty mentor to create programs of study (POS) that meet the criteria of both the INP and Graduate School handbook/manual. Aid the INP Director in reviewing each submitted POS, as well as other graduate student forms including Nomination for Graduation forms, Request to Add Degree forms, etc. prior to sending them to the Director for approval.

Serve as the primary contact for students having academic problems, assisting them in resolving such issues and/or directing them to campus resources who can assist. Maintain close contact with faculty, administrative assistant, and the INP Director along with Early Alert concerning these student cases, as needed.

Manage the degree audit system for currency to new degree requirements for all programs. Assist with student audits each semester to ensure students are meeting program retention requirements.

Work closely with Enrollment Services and INP Director to ensure that students’ eCampus Academic Progress Reports (APR) are running properly, to help students self-advocate and follow program completion.

Work alongside Assistant Deans, advisors, and support staff within College of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, and College of Environment and Life Sciences to ensure protocol and procedure for each college is met, and students are able to earn their degrees within the various tracks.

Serve as the liaison with department chairs whose departments deliver the pre-professional curriculum (e.g., Chemistry and Biological Sciences Departments).

Manage responsibilities within Neuroscience minor. These duties include keeping track of all students, advising them, and ensuring that the INP has enough space in classes for these students.

Under the supervision of the INP Director, oversee all permission numbers for undergraduate Neuroscience courses to ensure that INP students receive first registration for courses needed for degree completion.

Serve as the advisor for First Year and Graduate Student Orientation for all Neuroscience students as well as all transfer students on Transfer Day. Prepare all relevant documentation, such as manuals and presentations for orientations.

Serve as the advisor/INP Representative for all URI Welcome Days.

Ensure accurate and timely evaluation and posting of transfer credits for new and continuing students in eCampus and contact students regarding completeness of requirements.

Conduct and/or participate in orientation sessions and recruitment programs, such as: Welcome Day, Admission Days, and other URI events that are deemed necessary. May assist with multiple recruitment sessions throughout the semester, both in-person and virtual.

Provide major support for student- and program-sponsored events during the academic year.

Coordinate and work collaboratively with the INP Director in possibly teaching one section of URI 101 for the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program. Work closely with Career Services to provide up-to-date information to students related to their career and major choices.

Work closely with Center for Career and Experiential Education to provide up-to-date information to students related to their career and major choices. Help students with directed study process for the INP course (NEU 410/ITR). This process includes managing submitted NEU 410 syllabi for the INP Director’s review, serving as the main contact between the INP and students/faculty, and working with the Director in reviewing final NEU 410 report at the end of the semester.

Assist with the Living Learning Community (LLC)of Neuroscience. Aid INP Resident Academic Mentor, RAM, with various events throughout the semester. Aid Housing and Residence Life in the selection and hiring of the INP RAM.

Under supervision of the Director, manage the INP Student Liaison Committee, including the nomination and elections of graduate and undergraduate members.

Work collaboratively with the INP Director, administrative assistant, and Enrollment Services to develop and maintain INP course schedules. This process includes ensuring that all course times work for Enrollment Services, INP students and faculty.

Participate in other college and University projects designed to support students in academic matters.

Maintain relevant statistical data as required.

Participate in the accreditation self-studies for the INP as they relate to Student Affairs, including assisting in the preparation of data analyses involving progression statistics, retention and graduation rates, and student learning.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform additional duties as required.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Peoplesoft, Starfish, Brightspace, Zoom/WebEx. Personal computers and printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.

Required QualificationsREQUIRED:

1. Master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in academic advising (may include time as a graduate student), OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience providing academic advising in a higher education setting, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience advising/counseling current and/or aspiring college students.

2. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

3. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

4. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred QualificationsPREFERRED:

1. Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in neuroscience, biological sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, psychology with neuroscience concentration, or related field.

2. Demonstrated knowledge of the degree requirements for the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program.

3. Demonstrated experience with on-line information and presentation technology and with student records systems.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Environmental ConditionsThis position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental

conditions.

Posting Date 11/08/2024

Closing Date

Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

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