Assistant Director for Pre-Health Advising and Programming - College of Arts and Sciences

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in directing the strategic planning, development, and implementation of programs.
• Represents the organization at meetings, conferences and other events.
• May develop and present speeches or presentations to generate or enhance awareness of program(s).
• Provides technical support by evaluating established processes, conducting training, attending operational meetings and networking with affiliated groups.
• Monitors progress toward achieving established objectives and deadlines.
• Participates in planning, administering and monitoring program related budgets.
• Conducts research, designs new initiatives, and collaborates with others to ensure program(s) remain viable.
• May serve on, hold office in, or chair committees.
• May write publishable articles and papers.
• May supervise staff.
• Oversees or assists in developing operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Ensures required records and documentation are maintained.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program(s) and five years of program related experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

ADDITIONAL

JOB DETAILS :

The Assistant Director for Pre-Health Advising and Programming is a pivotal role supporting students interested in a broad spectrum of health careers. This position bridges Oxford College and Atlanta campus for the Pathways Center, offering the chance to shape transformative student experiences at the intersection of liberal arts and health degree programs and career paths. This position reports to Pre-Health Advising in the Pathways Center but also incorporates a direct connection to the Center for Pathways & Purpose on the Oxford College campus.

Time will be spent regularly at both schools, with a primary event base at Oxford College.

Working in collaboration with the Pre-Health Advising, the Oxford College Advising Support Center, and the Oxford Center for Pathways and Purpose, the Assistant Director leads pre-health advising, program development, and community-building efforts. This role is ideal for a student-focused professional passionate about pre-health advising and conversations about multiple careers in the medical field, program innovation, and fostering meaningful connections for students.

Program Leadership & Coordination:

• Plan and execute educational events and programs focused on health career exploration, professional development, and networking.
• Oversee event logistics, including scheduling, catering, and transportation, in partnership with key campus offices.

Pre-health related advising:

• Provide pre-health guidance specific to classes available on the Oxford College campus, the requirements for multiple health degree programs and career paths.
• Use advising platforms and data analytics to support student success initiatives.
• Proactively manage a case load of approximately 250 current Oxford students as well as 250 Oxford continue es on the Atlanta campus
• Liaise with Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing to ensure pre-nursing students are on track as well as enrolled in relevant coursework

Collaboration & Communication:

• Serve as the primary liaison between Oxford College and Pre-Health Advising, representing the program on various committees.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to enhance student support.

Student Support & Development:

• Offer holistic advising by…