Coordinator of Career Advising - School of Molecular & Cellular Biology
Urbana, IL, USA
Coordinator of Career Advising
Job Summary
The Coordinator of Career Advising will provide career development services for undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Molecular & Cellular Biology. This position reports to the Associate Director for MCB Undergraduate Education and the Associate Director for Graduate Affairs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide career advising to students in the School of MCB
- Provide individual and group career advising and counseling for students in the School of MCB
- Advise students on career opportunities and employment trends
- Maintain a wide variety of career information and materials for deployment through multiple channels
- Maintain records of meetings with students and student progress as well as collecting data on student first destinations and other educational opportunities
Plan and communicate about career events and services
- Assist with development and implementation of workshops on topics such as goal setting, career preparation and search plans, resume/CV review, mock interviews, job offers and negotiations
- Organize and implement career events for students and employers, including special events such as career fairs, meetings, receptions, resources, and speaker programs• Maintain and assist with development of the Alumni Career Mentorship Program and SMCB Career Symposium
- Collaborate with others in the School of MCB on special projects related to career development and advising
- Communicate career related information and opportunities to students
Develop and Maintain relationships with representatives of companies, professional and graduate schools, government agencies, and other entities that represent opportunities for SMCB students
- Identify multiple pathways to future employment and foster and develop internship opportunities for students
- Train and monitor student use of Handshake, and other networking platforms, maintain updated records of meetings with students on Handshake
- Work with School of MCB Office of Communications to maintain relevant career news and opportunities
- Coordinate special projects and other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in career services or academic advising
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in biological or related sciences, advising/counseling, higher education, or related area
- Four years of professional work experience in career services or academic advising, especially experience working with undergraduate and graduate students
Successful candidates will have:
- Knowledge of job market for college students in biological and related disciplines
- Highly proficient with web‐based resources, software (MS Office), Handshake, various social media platforms
- Knowledge of career assessment tools and platforms
- Strong organizational, time management, communication, presentation, and project management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, helpfully, and positively with students, faculty, and employers
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coach students and respond to students’ concerns and motivations
Senior Coordinator of Career Advising
Job Summary
The Senior Coordinator of Career Advising will provide career development services for undergraduate and graduate students in the school.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide career advising to students in the School of MCB
- Provide individual and group career advising and counseling for undergraduate and graduate students in the School of MCB
- Serve as a resource regarding current trends and best practices in career services
- Provide guidance to students regarding specific career opportunities and employment trends
- Develop and provide a wide variety of career information and materials for deployment through multiple channels
- Maintain records of meetings with students and student progress as well as collecting data on student first destinations and other educational opportunities
Develop, deliver and communicate about career events and services
- Develop, deliver, and evaluate career development workshops on topics such as goal setting, career preparation and search plans, resume/CV reviews, mock interviews, job offers and negotiations
- Organize and implement career events for students and employers, including special events such as career fairs, meetings, receptions, resources, and speaker programs
- Maintain and develop the Alumni Career Mentorship Program and SMCB Career Symposium
- Collaborate with others in the School of MCB on special projects related to career development and advising.
- Provide career-related information and opportunities for students in weekly newsletters, listservs, and other channels.
Develop and Maintain relationships with representatives of companies, professional and graduate schools, government agencies, and other entities that represent opportunities for SMCB students
- Identify multiple pathways to future employment and foster and develop internship opportunities for students
- Train and monitor student use of Handshake, and other networking platforms, maintain updated records of meetings with students on Handshake
- Work with School of MCB Office of Communications to maintain relevant career news and opportunities
- Organize and manage special projects and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in biological or related sciences, advising/counseling, higher education, or related area.
- Two years in education, training and/or work experience in career services or academic advising
- Demonstrated experience with web‐based resources, software (MS Office), Handshake, various social media platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in biological or related sciences, advising/counseling, higher education, or related area.
- Six years professional work experience in career services or academic advising, especially experience working with undergraduate and graduate students.
Successful candidates will have:
- Knowledge of job market for college students in biological and related disciplines
- Highly proficient with web‐based resources, software (MS Office), Handshake, various social media platforms
- Knowledge of career assessment tools and platforms
- Strong organizational, time management, communication, presentation, and project management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, helpfully, and positively with students, faculty, and employers
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coach students and respond to students’ concerns and motivations
- Ability to deal openly and effectively with issues of inclusivity
- Knowledge of current career, employment, and market trends
- Demonstrated success in event planning, promotion, and evaluation
- Ability to integrate technology with the delivery of career services
- Knowledge of the job market and career search processes and strategies
- Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills
Application Deadline
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
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Requisition ID: 1033189
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu