Assistant Director, Pre-Law and Pre-Health Advising

About Binghamton University

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service;
Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

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Professional

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Department::
Harpur Academic Advising

Locations::
Binghamton, NY

Posted::
Aug 10, 2026

Closes::
Open Until Filled

Type::
Full-time

.:: 05003

Position :: 203299

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service;
Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success. Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students.

Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Budget

Title:

Senior Academic Advisor (SL-4)

Salary: $67,000

The Assistant Director of Pre-Law and Pre-Health Advising provides leadership, supervision, and strategic coordination for the university's pre-professional advising programs. This role supervises a team of academic advisors supporting students pursuing law and health professions pathways and serves as the primary Pre-Law advisor for the campus. The Assistant Director works collaboratively with academic departments, faculty, and campus partners to ensure cohesive advising support for students in pre-law related majors and pre- health programs.

The position plays a key role in program development, assessment, and student success initiatives.

• Leadership & Supervision
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate professional advisors within Pre-Law and Pre-Health advising.
• Support onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development of advising staff.
• Establish clear advising standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent, high-quality service.
• Assist in strategic planning and goal setting for pre-professional advising initiatives.
• Primary Pre-Law Advising
• Serve as the campus's lead Pre-Law advisor, providing comprehensive advising on academic planning, experiential preparation, LSAT readiness, application strategy, personal statements, résumé review, and interview preparation.
• Develop and deliver workshops, law school information sessions, and admissions programming.
• Cultivate relationships with law schools, admissions representatives, and alumni.
• Monitor national trends in legal education and admissions and integrate best practices into academic advising.
• Coordinate annual Law School Fair.
• Pre-Health Advising Oversight
• Provide leadership and coordination for Pre-Health advising services supporting students pursuing medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physician assistant studies, and related fields.
• Ensur…