About the Opportunity
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of the University PreMed and PreHealth Program, the PreHealth Advisor provides resources and advising services to Northeastern students and alumni regarding preparation for terminal degree health professional schools (allopathic and osteopathic medicine, dental medicine, optometric medicine, podiatric medicine, physician assistant, and veterinary medicine), and facilitates the application process. Student advising services include goal-setting, academic planning, and identifying relevant experiential opportunities in alignment with pre-professional competencies desired by health professional programs.
PreHealth Advisors work closely with University collaborators in academic and student support services to develop and assess support programs to enhance PMPH students' academic and experiential preparation for their intended health profession. The PreHealth Advisor additionally supports the Program's education and outreach efforts, programmatic initiatives, and assists with marketing and communications.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
1. Advising (80%)
Handle a high volume of student communication and provide direction and answers as necessary.
Serve as an individual advisor to a caseload of approximately 500 students and alumni, acting as a knowledgeable resource of information about preparing for future careers in medicine.
Maintain ongoing assessment of students to ensure pathway progression and readiness to apply.
Prepare advisees on application requirements and provide guidance throughout the application process.
2. Education and Outreach (10%)
Assist with Application Workshops, PreMed and PreHealth Elective Courses, Admissions Visits, special events, and campus partner events throughout the year.
Maintain regular contact with advisees, sharing news, opportunities, and checking in regarding their pathway progress.
3. Program Management (10%)
Support the Program's Application Readiness Program and letter process through individualized application support, including application, personal statement, and school list review.
Conduct Self-Assessment Reviews and play a vital role in letter processes, including letter verification, Letter Packet compilation, and Letter Packet uploads.
Participate in team-building activities, collaborative projects, and innovative program developments.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred
Master's degree in the sciences, health, education, counseling, or similar fields.
Previous experience in higher education administration, student services, and/or student advising.
Familiarity with Salesforce and student record systems (e.g., Banner).
Required
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to relate empathetically and realistically to students, parents, and alumni.
Strong time management and prioritization skills.
Effective problem-solving and strong analytical skills with proven ability to strategize, prioritize, and multi-task to meet goals and deadlines.
Effective organizational, project management, and administrative skills.
Position Type
TemporaryAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
Pay Rate:
$30/hourSkills Required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to relate empathetically to students, parents, and alumni
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Effective problem-solving and strong analytical skills
- Effective organizational, project management, and administrative skills
- Previous experience in higher education administration, student services, and/or student advising
- Master's degree in the sciences, health, education, counseling, or similar fields
- Familiarity with Salesforce and student record systems (e.g., Banner)
Northeastern University Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northeastern University and has not been reviewed or approved by Northeastern University.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as extensive, including 22–26 vacation days, 12 sick days, 13 holidays, and paid parental leave for birth/adoption. Additional paid leave is also outlined, including up to 26 weeks of paid medical leave and up to 12 weeks of paid family leave for eligible employees.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, with an employer contribution described as 10% when an employee contributes 5%, alongside immediate vesting once eligible. This is presented as unusually generous relative to typical employer retirement offerings.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented benefits are emphasized through tuition assistance for employees and dependents and access to backup childcare and family-care resources. Tuition remission/discount structures are highlighted as a major value driver, especially for employees with children and for long-tenured staff.
Northeastern University Insights
What We Do
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery. The university is a leader in experiential learning, powered by the world’s most far-reaching cooperative education program. We integrate classroom study with opportunities for professional work, research, service, and global learning in more than 100 countries. The same spirit of collaboration guides a use-inspired research enterprise focused on solving global challenges in health, security, and sustainability. Northeastern offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools, and select graduate programs at campuses in Boston, Charlotte, N.C., San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, and Toronto. Campuses in Burlington, MA, and Nahant, MA, are home to research institutes for homeland security and coastal sustainability, respectively
