Academic Advisor, Economics and Data Science

🇺🇸 Normal, IL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $48K - $54K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ September 18th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Illinois State University is hiring an Academic Advisor for Economics and Data Science. The advisor will work with students in the Department of Economics and the interdisciplinary Data Science program to guide their academic planning, support their transition from high school or other institutions, and coordinate recruitment and retention efforts to ensure timely graduation.

Highlights

Provide academic advising to students in Economics and Data Science programs, assisting their transition from high school or other institutions to graduation.
Develop clear study plans and ensure timely graduation through effective communication with students, faculty, and staff.
Coordinate recruitment and retention activities for the two programs.
Use word processing, spreadsheet, and data software proficiently.
Salary range: $48,000 - $54,000.
Require a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in student success, advising, recruitment, or related roles.
Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills necessary.
Experience working with diverse student populations and multiple stakeholders such as parents, faculty, and academic chairs.
Preferred qualifications include a master's degree and experience with advising software and data management systems.
Work involves office setting with some evening, weekend, and off-campus event participation.