Academic Advisor I, Science Administration

The College of Science brings together students with a wide range of interests—from environmental science to medicine and technology—who are driven by curiosity and discovery. Students learn from internationally recognized faculty who lead groundbreaking research and contribute to advancements in scientific knowledge and teaching practices. Through hands-on research opportunities and mentorship, students develop creative solutions to complex global challenges while working within a collaborative academic environment. The college’s mission emphasizes research excellence, interdisciplinary learning, community outreach, and the preparation of future scientists across core scientific disciplines.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work assignment in conversation with the supervisor.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Academic Advising & Student Development Duties

• With senior advisors, the incumbent presents academic and program information to new First-year and Transfer students and their guests at New Student Orientation and processes students for readmission.
• Assists students in course planning to meet academic requirements and/or career preparation.
• Applies transfer credits from other academic institutions to the degree program (based on established articulation rules and precedents).
• Advises students on University, College, and Departmental policies and procedures.
• With the senior advisor, identifies or evaluates options for students who must petition for an exception to a course or program requirement. Makes approved adjustments to student’s program of study.
• Monitors academic progress of students utilizing existing dashboards and reports to access data; identifies current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring), conducts student outreach, and refers students to appropriate campus resources for further assistance as needed.
• Assesses students’ stage of development (academic, career, and personal) to promote academic growth by providing suitable developmental tasks and engagement opportunities. Helps students identify pertinent internships, club involvement, and volunteer work.

Advising Program & Additional Student Support

• May provide input to the department on student achievements for award considerations or student barriers that they encounter through advising session.
• This information may be used in various departmental undergraduate committees.
• With the senior advisor, may assist with offering seminars, workshops, and other activities/events for student onboarding, building community, academic recovery, student engagement, graduation and/or student retention as time allows.

Administrative

• Working with senior advisors, provides existing materials for students to more easily navigate their degree paths, such as 4-year plans and course checklists.
• With direction from senior advisor, may assist with manual enrollment into department courses including research, preceptorships, and internships for university credit.
• Processes degree checks/audits for students planning to graduate.
• Lead by senior advisor, may assist with the planning and implementation of college and department events.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

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Robin Rarick
Senior Director - Academic Advising
rrarick@arizona.edu