NATURAL SCIENCE & PRE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS ADVISOR

NATURAL SCIENCE & PRE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS ADVISOR

Req #: 197657 Department: UW BOTHELL- CAREER SERVICES Job Location: UW Bothell Posting Date: 10/18/2021 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: Salary is commensurate with education and experience Limited Recruitment: Other
Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.

Although open until filled, priority application date is Nov 9th, 2021 As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Located in the heart of the Puget Sound region, the University of Washington Bothell is one of the most dynamic public universities in the state of Washington. The campus is committed to increasing access to an excellent UW education and preparing students to be leaders throughout Washington and beyond.

UW Bothell provides students a participatory, cross-disciplinary experience grounded in hands-on learning, community-based research, close relationships with faculty as teachers and mentors, and the personalized support of staff who are dedicated to student success.

The campus offers more than 55 undergraduate and graduate degrees. Current enrollment is approximately 6,000 students. More than 90 percent of undergraduates are from Washington State, more than 40% are first-generation college attendees, and more than half are students of color.

The University values hiring faculty and staff who have demonstrated experience and ability to work successfully with diverse student populations and who can contribute to a campus culture that promotes equity among colleagues.

Diversity and inclusion are core values at UW Bothell. Our work begins with the acceptance and celebration of the differences that are represented through the many diverse and minoritized communities on our campus and in the surrounding community. We recognize that we are bound together in a collective experience and that our actions impact all in our community. When we focus on the lives of the most marginalized groups among us, we also create conditions of equity, justice and academic excellence for everyone.

The three priorities of the University’s current Strategic Plan - Increasing Access, Achieving Excellence are to: strengthen diversity and equity, enhance community and campus engagement, and advance cross-disciplinary teaching and scholarship.

In addition to having award winning faculty and staff, UW Bothell has been recognized for innovations in academic programming and support services designed to help students graduate on time and debt-free. It has also earned both recognition and awards for its work in the area of environmental sustainability.

UW Bothell has an outstanding opportunity for a Natural Sciences & Pre-Health Professional Pathways Advisor!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advising:

• Provide one-on-one student preparation and career advising both in-person and online, group career seminars and other related events such as career treks, to students interested in health professions (including medicine, pharmacy, physical and occupational therapy, dental, and veterinary school), natural sciences and pre-major/meta major pathways.

• Advise students on undergraduate prerequisites and scaffolding for entering health & natural sciences professions and graduate/professional school application processes.

• Guide students in researching and defining graduate and professional school options, identifying successful search strategies, developing a resume/CV, portfolio, personal statement, and interviewing skills.

• Provide assistance and resources on preparing for graduate level entrance exams such as the MCAT, DAT, VMCAS, etc.

• Participate in professional associations, health/natural science committees, etc. in order to maintain current best practices for planning undergraduate prerequisites, graduate level entrance exams, and overall graduate/professional school application processes within the heath/natural science professions.

• Partner with staff and faculty from the schools of Nursing & Health Studies and STEM, in addition to alumni, professional programs and employer partners, to provide opportunities for students to develop their job search skills, such as resume/cover letter development, networking and Handshake/LinkedIn profile development.

• Provide coaching in mock interviews for students applying to health/natural science programs/jobs. Conduct mock interviews in-person or virtually and provide guidance on content and delivery of interview responses.

• Research, update and maintain pre-health website with resources for students including shadowing opportunities, information about related programs, degree maps, meta-major pathways etc.

• Present in classes, workshops and seminars on relevant pre-health and natural sciences field preparation topics.

• Provide counsel to prospective students – communicate via email, telephone, video conference, and in-person visits.

• Advise relevant student clubs and organizations.

Administration, Recruitment & Retention:

• Collaborate with key curriculum committees (especially STEM and NHS) to identify important gaps in UWB curriculum needed to support retention and progress of health & natural science students.

• Collaborate with Academic Advisors to identify and address challenges for students’ academic/pre-professional progression.

• Manage pre-health shared email inbox and communication.

• Manage campus initiatives and activities regarding health & natural sciences career information.

• Keep abreast of market trends, industry shifts, program prerequisites and stakeholder interests; collect, assess and report data related to health & natural sciences professions.

• Partner with campus advisors, faculty and leadership to ensure that health & natural sciences students follow an appropriate course of study.

• Participate in first year orientation activities to provide information about health & natural science options.

• Attend professional association conferences, recruiting events, UW career group meetings, Student Affairs division meetings, advisor meetings, and other pre-health meetings as needed.

• Serve as the UWB liaison to and collaborate with health programs from UW Seattle health sciences and UW Seattle Career & Internship Center.

• Manage health & natural sciences monthly newsletter, connecting and informing students of relevant programming.

• Maintain electronic database to enter student information and track pre-health students embedded in other programs.

• Create reports on successful graduate school applicants.

• Assist with administrative tasks related to the smooth operation of the department.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years’ experience within higher education student advising, academic coaching or career counseling.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities and a commitment to diversity and social justice.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven ability to function as a motivated, enthusiastic member of a team committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboratively working with students, faculty and staff individually and in groups in a positive, realistic and effective manner.
• Excellent organizational and group presentation skills/public speaking skills, both in-person and virtually.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Computer literacy including ability to develop web-based resources and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Master’s or Professional degree.
• Experience advising students on graduate and professional school applications/admissions procedures for health care/natural science programs, or related experience.
• Experience developing/implementing workshops or other programming aimed at supporting minority students/underserved populations.
• Experience in health care recruiting or talent development.
• Experience working with employer, industry, or professional degree program stakeholders.

Work Environment:

• The Natural Sciences & Pre-Health Professional Pathways Advisor is expected to attend major student activities and events held on campus and in the local community.
• The Natural Sciences & Pre-Health Professional Pathways Advisor has regular and frequent contact with students as well as faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners.
• A work schedule that fluctuates due to after-hours activities, meetings, and events is common.
• The position requires evening and weekend commitments throughout the year.

Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .



Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability , and committed to becoming climate neutral.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

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Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.2 requires employees of higher education and healthcare institutions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.