College of Pharmacy Assured Admission Academic Advisor
Under the direction of the Director of PharmD Admissions, the Academic Advisor performs the advising functions for undergraduate students in pre-pharmacy pipeline program(s) for the Doctor of Pharmacy Degree in the College of Pharmacy (COP). The Pharmacy Assured Admissions Program began in 2019 and at full capacity would include 120 to 150 undergraduate students. This position is 50% time.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Academic Planning
- Advise undergraduate students regarding departmental, collegiate, and University policies and procedures; programs of study; and the development of appropriate academic plans.
- Monitor student progress.
- Maintain records of student advising sessions.
- Acquire and develop the communication and interpersonal skills necessary for effective advising of students.
- Acquire and develop knowledge of relevant academic programs, policies, procedures, and resources.
- Create and maintain professional relationships with academic departments relevant to academic planning for students.
Student Growth, Development and Success
- Assist students in identifying their interests, abilities, and academic goals and in making decisions regarding their academic career.
- Introduce students to opportunities that will enrich their academic experience, facilitate their academic and personal development, and support their educational success.
- Teach students how to manage the college experience, navigate the University, make informed decisions, and assume responsibility for their academic success.
- Identify and assist struggling or at-risk students.
- Make appropriate referrals.
Advocacy from the Advising Perspective
- Identify and report circumstances that may adversely impact students' academic progress.
Strategic Staffing and Professional Development
- Participate in and provide feedback on training and professional development activities.
- May participate in recruitment activities.
For a complete job description, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree in education, communication, counseling or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Required
- Experience in advising, counseling, or student services.
- Record of extensive use of various modes of communication to relay concepts or procedures to people of a variety of backgrounds.
- Use of web-based applications, video conference software, spreadsheets, and word processing.
Desirable Qualifications
- Previous experience in higher education.
- Previous experience in advising students.
Benefits Highlights
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Application and Position Details
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
