Cornell University
Assistant Director, Health Professions Advising
Cornell University, Northeast Ithaca, New York, United States
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Cornell University . The Health Professions Advising Assistant Director will work under the leadership of an Associate Director of Health Professions Advising and will be an instrumental team member to enhance existing services and create innovative advising, programming, and mentoring opportunities for students, including those belonging to underrepresented groups in medicine. The HPAC staff will build upon partnerships across the Ithaca campus and with related programs and centers (Weill Cornell Medicine in NYC, the Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program with WCM, The Rockefeller University, and the Sloan Kettering Institute for Cancer Research). Responsibilities
Create inclusive and innovative programs, resources, and services to support students’ exploration of possible pathways in human clinical or animal health professions. Advise students and alumni on curricular and co-curricular requirements, interviewing skills, and other essential traits needed to be competitive for admission to postbaccalaureate programs and professional schools. Evaluate student progress toward meeting these requirements; collaborate with on- and off-campus partners to offer outstanding services to students. Within the HPAC office, specialize in a niche area of pre-health advising (e.g., health sciences, dentistry, etc.) based on professional interests and needs of the center and students. Location: Ithaca, New York with opportunities for hybrid remote work depending on needs of the center and students. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of college academic or career advising, pre-health advising, pre-professional advising, health professions admissions, or related student services experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and respectful working relationships with students, staff, and faculty. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds, identities, and abilities that are underrepresented in STEM and healthcare professions. High integrity with reliability, trustworthiness, accountability, and dependability. Strong written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills for both small and large groups. Excellent strategic thinking and organizational abilities; ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects. Experience utilizing technology to enhance the student advising experience; ability to synthesize and interpret data to inform individualized advising. Commitment to maintaining the integrity of confidential materials and student information. Role and Background
If you possess these experiences this may be the role for you. In addition, the following would be viewed as incredibly helpful: Advanced degree in Education/Higher Education, College Student Affairs Administration, Psychology, Public Health, STEM disciplines, or related field. Familiarity with pre-health application portals (AMCAS, AADSAS, AACOMAS, CASPA, VMCAS, etc.). Familiarity with advising technology and academic course management tools (e.g., Salesforce and Canvas). Application Materials
A cover letter, resume, and
Statement of Advising Philosophy (1 page or 500 word limit)
are required for further consideration for this position. Rewards And Benefits
On-campus role in Ithaca, NY with hybrid options depending on center needs. Travel and tax considerations apply as per university policy. Cornell provides comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement contributions, wellness programs, and employee discounts. Leave provisions include health and personal leave, vacation, and holidays. Additional floating holidays are available. See Cornell benefits pages for details. Educational benefits include tuition-related programs and assistance. See Education Benefits and Total Rewards for more information. There is no Visa sponsorship or relocation assistance available for this position. Additional Information
University Job Title: Student Career Services Associate II | Job Family: Student Services | Level: F | Pay Rate Type: Salary | Pay Range: $72,209.00 - $77,625.00 | Remote Option Availability: Onsite Contact: Brenda Joly | bjd33@cornell.edu Notice to Applicants and EEO statements apply as described in the posting.
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Join to apply for the
Assistant Director, Health Professions Advising
role at
Cornell University . The Health Professions Advising Assistant Director will work under the leadership of an Associate Director of Health Professions Advising and will be an instrumental team member to enhance existing services and create innovative advising, programming, and mentoring opportunities for students, including those belonging to underrepresented groups in medicine. The HPAC staff will build upon partnerships across the Ithaca campus and with related programs and centers (Weill Cornell Medicine in NYC, the Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program with WCM, The Rockefeller University, and the Sloan Kettering Institute for Cancer Research). Responsibilities
Create inclusive and innovative programs, resources, and services to support students’ exploration of possible pathways in human clinical or animal health professions. Advise students and alumni on curricular and co-curricular requirements, interviewing skills, and other essential traits needed to be competitive for admission to postbaccalaureate programs and professional schools. Evaluate student progress toward meeting these requirements; collaborate with on- and off-campus partners to offer outstanding services to students. Within the HPAC office, specialize in a niche area of pre-health advising (e.g., health sciences, dentistry, etc.) based on professional interests and needs of the center and students. Location: Ithaca, New York with opportunities for hybrid remote work depending on needs of the center and students. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of college academic or career advising, pre-health advising, pre-professional advising, health professions admissions, or related student services experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and respectful working relationships with students, staff, and faculty. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds, identities, and abilities that are underrepresented in STEM and healthcare professions. High integrity with reliability, trustworthiness, accountability, and dependability. Strong written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills for both small and large groups. Excellent strategic thinking and organizational abilities; ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects. Experience utilizing technology to enhance the student advising experience; ability to synthesize and interpret data to inform individualized advising. Commitment to maintaining the integrity of confidential materials and student information. Role and Background
If you possess these experiences this may be the role for you. In addition, the following would be viewed as incredibly helpful: Advanced degree in Education/Higher Education, College Student Affairs Administration, Psychology, Public Health, STEM disciplines, or related field. Familiarity with pre-health application portals (AMCAS, AADSAS, AACOMAS, CASPA, VMCAS, etc.). Familiarity with advising technology and academic course management tools (e.g., Salesforce and Canvas). Application Materials
A cover letter, resume, and
Statement of Advising Philosophy (1 page or 500 word limit)
are required for further consideration for this position. Rewards And Benefits
On-campus role in Ithaca, NY with hybrid options depending on center needs. Travel and tax considerations apply as per university policy. Cornell provides comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement contributions, wellness programs, and employee discounts. Leave provisions include health and personal leave, vacation, and holidays. Additional floating holidays are available. See Cornell benefits pages for details. Educational benefits include tuition-related programs and assistance. See Education Benefits and Total Rewards for more information. There is no Visa sponsorship or relocation assistance available for this position. Additional Information
University Job Title: Student Career Services Associate II | Job Family: Student Services | Level: F | Pay Rate Type: Salary | Pay Range: $72,209.00 - $77,625.00 | Remote Option Availability: Onsite Contact: Brenda Joly | bjd33@cornell.edu Notice to Applicants and EEO statements apply as described in the posting.
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