Quinnipiac University·Hamden, Connecticut
The Academic Advisor will provide personalized guidance, mentorship, and resources to undergraduate students within the School of Health Sciences to support their academic and professional goals. They will also monitor student progress, manage assigned caseloads, and collaborate with faculty and staff to promote retention and success.
Quinnipiac University's School of Health Sciences invites applications for an Academic Advisor to support undergraduate students within the School of Health Sciences. In this role, you will guide students through their academic journey, providing personalized advising, mentorship, and resources that empower them to achieve their educational and professional goals in health-related fields.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of future healthcare professionals while working in a collaborative and dynamic university environment.
This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position.
The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty and staff and enrolls over 2,500 students across 30 graduate and undergraduate academic programs.
The school is organized into seven departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, diagnostic medical sonography, exercise science, health science studies, medical microbiology & immunology and radiologic sciences, and graduate programs in advanced medical imagining & leadership, biomedical sciences, cardiovascular perfusion, occupational therapy, pathologists’ assistant, physician assistant, physical therapy and social work.
The school also offers entry-level dual-degrees for occupational therapy, physician assistant and physical therapy.
Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, pioneering research and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of all individuals.
Through unique and distinctive academic programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, immersive learning experiences, and student-centeredness, we empower students to deliver compassionate care, create innovation through research, and catalyze change in dynamic health fields.
Our emphasis on evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, and interprofessional healthcare skills equips our graduates to make impactful and inclusive contributions to their professions.
In all our endeavors, we are guided by a commitment to innovation, accountability, excellence, and social responsibility as we aspire to be a first-choice school of excellence and a global leader in fostering new knowledge, improving healthcare, and increasing health equity.
Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston.
The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences.
Our 22 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles — including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in men’s ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs.
The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S.
News & World Report and Princeton Review.
The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities.
The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.
As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the core values that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee.
We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner.
We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued.
We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path of impact together.
These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.
Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.
Market context
Academic advisor roles in Connecticut are often tied to student retention, registration support, and degree planning, so demand tends to follow enrollment and advising needs at colleges and universities. Competition can be strong because employers often prefer candidates with a bachelor’s degree, related higher education experience, and sometimes a master’s in higher education, counseling, or a related field. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and tailor your application to show advising experience, student support skills, and familiarity with academic policies.