Assistant In Pre-Health Advising

The University of Florida’s (UF) College of Liberal Arts and Sciences’ (CLAS) Academic Advising Center (AAC) is accepting applications for a Pre-Health Academic Advisor position (“Assistant In” classification). The anticipated start date is October 15th, 2025. The appointment is a renewable 12-month, time-limited, non-tenure track position. This is a fully in-person position.

Applicants must be detail oriented and have: a strong ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; experience working with varied populations; the ability to work both autonomously and as a part of a team; an appreciation for a liberal arts and sciences background. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and/or professional service.

As a Pre-Health Advisor, the candidate will be responsible for:

Working with undergraduate students at all levels one-on-one, in groups, and through email to provide guidance through a holistic Pre-Health preparation process. Specific advising responsibilities will include but are not limited to: advising students on professional school admission requirements, assisting students with professional development plans, student self-evaluation of professional school competencies and level of competitiveness, evaluation of personal statements, conducting mock interviews, and guiding students through the application submission process.

Planning and participating in various extra-curricular Pre-Health programs and initiatives, occasionally on evenings or weekends. Examples include: Pre-Health Kick-Off, Gator Days, Florida Days, CAS Application workshops, university and community presentations, Pre-Health presentations for UF Preview, interacting with health-focused student organizations, as well as participation in state, regional, and national professional Pre-Health organizations.

As part of the AAC team, this position is also expected to effectively advise undergraduate students in CLAS about academic requirements and policies, as well as students seeking admissions to a CLAS major. This position will also be called upon to participate in various AAC programs and initiatives and to serve as a liaison to other departments and centers in the college and other offices across campus.

The salary range is $55,000 - $59,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Employment Benefits include:

Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.

Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.

Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

A complete application includes (1) a letter summarizing the applicant's qualifications; and (2) a complete curriculum vitae. In addition, a list of three references must be provided on the application. After initial review, confidential letters of recommendation will be requested from applicants who are chosen to receive further consideration.

To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received by September 1st, 2025, but the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

The CLAS Academic Advising Center is committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities, classes, ethnicities/races, gender identities and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.