Academic Advisor – Department of Biological Sciences Position Available In Pickens, South Carolina

Academic Advisor

• Department of Biological Sciences
  Clemson University
  in Clemson, SC

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Full-Time

Salary:

Salary Range:

$39,000

• $50,125

Posted:

04/21/2025

Application Due:

05/01/2025

Category:

Academic Advising Academic Advisor•

Department of Biological Sciences Location:

Open Date:

Description

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling…are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,… are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY

Serve as academic advisor for students in the Department of Biological Sciences. Assist faculty and staff advisors in management of the advising center. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

65%

• Essential

•

Student Advising:

Advise and counsel undergraduate students concerning degree progress, scheduling conflicts, course selection and registration, and academic standing. Work with students to develop a program leading to a timely graduation while directing them toward their chosen career paths. Prepare and coordinate academic forms and conduct analysis of degree progress for graduation. Prepare, administer, and document materials for advising and registration. Refer students to appropriate campus resources/services as needed. 20%

• Essential

•

Student Recruitment & Orientation:

Assist in the recruitment and advising of potential and accepted students, providing them with information regarding courses, transfer credit evaluation, degrees, and other departmental information. Participates in departmental/college recruiting and retention activities and contributes to recruitment/retention strategy development and implementation. Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of spring & summer new student orientation sessions. 10%

• Essential

• Academic and Student Support Services:

  Advise and assist students planning to change their major to biological sciences and microbiology. Work with faculty and staff in the department to recommend and insert edits into the Undergraduate Handbook. Identify barriers within academic advising and curricula, and present information to advising director. 5%

• Essential
• Perform other advising-related duties, complete special projects, serve on committees, and attend events as requested by the Supervisor or Department Chair.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree and experience in student services programs Work Experience 1+ years

RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge

• Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

80%

• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  15%
• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours:

37.5 COMPENSATION

INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range:

$39,000

• $50,125 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

May 1, 2025 at 11:59pm

EST MILITARY AND VETERAN

MILITARY

EQUIVALENCY

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. Qualifications Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=109661&PostingSeq=1 jeid-92134f0ba3ab43469bcaeeea586eed54
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