Pre-Health Professions Advisor Xavier University's College of Arts and Sciences is seeking applications for the position of Pre-Health Professions Advisor. The advisor will assume a leadership role in the determination of support services to pre-professional health students at Xavier. Along with the Chair of the Health Sciences Committee, the Advisor also facilitates all aspects of a student's progress in preparing for a career in one of the health professions. The Advisor serves as the primary contact person with professional health schools and initiates and administers programs and events with these schools.
Job Responsibilities:
Advise students in all aspects of their applications and preparation for admissions tests to professional health schools, including developing information sessions, leading workshops, providing resources, and increasing advising consultation during the application cycle. Develop and direct activities and programs for Xavier pre-professional health students that focus on developing better understanding of health and career-related issues. Provide regular in-person and remote events to ensure information is accessible to students at every stage. Direct and manage the multiple responsibilities of the Health Professions Committee in coordination with the Chair, while also participating as a member of this Committee. Administer Xavier's Pre-Professional Health Advisory Program (PPHAP), and serve as liaison for the undergraduate pathway to Xavier's College of Osteopathic Medicine. Serve as the primary Staff/Faculty Advisor for the Pre-Medical Society, Pre-Dental Society, and Alpha Epsilon Delta, and provide administrative staff support for their programming. Administer and manage all record-keeping and tracking of student applications, recommendations and academic records in support of the professional school application process.
Job Requirements:- Master's degree required in Counseling, Communications, or Science areasA Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of work experience in student affairs or academic career advising in higher education or healthcare may substitute for a Master's degree.
- Strong interpersonal skills in dealing sensitively with a wide variety of constituents, including students, parents, faculty, and professional school representatives
- Ability to work independently, creatively and collaboratively in an organized manner
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced environment
The position is part of Xavier Health, the University's integrated health initiative connecting a broad portfolio of programs and creating opportunities for collaboration across disciplines. Xavier Health offers more than 15 undergraduate and 12 graduate pathways, more than 500 community partnership sites, and connections across disciplines that contribute to health and human well-being. Xavier Health prepares servant-leaders through real-world experiences and Jesuit Catholic formation that puts the whole person at the center of care.
Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal art and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives.
To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website. The review of applications will start on October 1, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position closes at the university's discretion.
Benefits:
applies only to full-time positions:
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.
