Coordinator of Career Advising - School of Molecular & Cellular Biology

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, IL•Urbana, IL

66d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Molecular & Cellular Biology (SMCB) seeks applicants for the position of Coordinator/Senior Coordinator of Career Advising. This position reports to the Associate Director for Curriculum & Instruction and the Associate Director for School of MCB PhD programs. The successful candidate will provide career development services for undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Molecular & Cellular Biology. 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. The Senior Coordinator of Career Advising will provide career development services for undergraduate and graduate students in the school.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in career services or academic advising
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 webâbased resources, software (MS Office), Handshake, various social media platforms.

Nice To Haves

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
Knowledge of job market for college students in biological and related disciplines
Highly proficient with webâbased 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
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.
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

Responsibilities

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
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
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
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
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
Provide career-related information and opportunities for students in weekly newsletters, listservs, and other channels.
Organize and manage special projects and other duties as assigned.