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Student Services Advisor 4 (4576U), Molecular & Cell Biology - 73851
University of California - Berkeley, CA
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Student Services Advisor 4 at the University of California, Berkeley, plays a crucial role in supporting the Masters in Biotechnology program within the Department of Molecular & Cell Biology. This position involves a wide range of responsibilities including academic advising, recruitment, admissions, and internship management. The advisor will work closely with faculty and students to ensure a supportive learning environment and assist in the successful completion of academic programs. The role also includes cultivating relationships with commercial biotech companies to facilitate student internships and career opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Provide complex student services to management, faculty, and students.
- Advise faculty on departmental policies and procedures; review students' progress and advise on degree completion requirements.
- Establish individualized advising plans and maintain detailed student academic records.
- Coordinate and implement advising, orientation, coursework, internship placement, and career advising.
- Plan and design workshops and meetings for students, including program evaluation meetings and career workshops.
- Counsel students regarding Capstone degree requirements and ensure accurate final degree checks.
- Maintain departmental degree lists and reconcile differences with Graduate Division statistics.
- Identify and refer intricate student issues and recommend solutions.
- Advise on grade appeals, academic petitions, and disability accommodations.
- Coordinate outreach strategies for recruitment and admissions, and implement outreach programs with targeted institutions.
- Advise on visa and immigration policies for international students and scholars.
- Coordinate internship success workshops and ensure students are prepared for internships.
- Make recommendations for the improvement of the MCB Master in Biotechnology program and analyze current policies.
Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
- Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs.
- Knowledge of risk assessment and evaluating risks.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills and multicultural competencies.
- Ability in problem identification and reasoning; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
- Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Nice-to-haves
- Advanced knowledge of complex visa and immigration policies for international students.
- Skills in monitoring and assessing processes for improvements.
- In-depth knowledge of post-degree employment opportunities and practices.
- Skills in project management and social perceptiveness.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off for professional development.
