Academic Advisor II

Position Title:

Academic Advisor II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of or experience in one or more of the departmental majors

Experience advising or counseling students in a professional setting

Experience using workplace technology or educational platforms, including Workday Student

Experience in compiling and analyzing student-related data and report generation

Experience teaching at the undergraduate level

Job Description:

The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, co-administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS), is seeking an Academic Advisor II to guide and support undergraduate students in achieving their academic and personal goals. This position will primarily advise students majoring in Culinary Food Science and Food Science, with some support for Nutritional Science and Integrated Health Sciences majors. The advisor will work closely with first- and second-year students to provide degree planning, explain academic policies, connect them with campus resources, and ensure they meet graduation requirements. Responsibilities include assisting with transfer and change-of-major processes, conducting degree audits, and providing guidance on academic support services.

Key duties include:

• Serving as the departmental lead for Experience Iowa State and student campus visits.

• Coordinating FSHN Day and Admitted Student Day events.

• Participating in recruitment and student welcome activities.

• Teaching an orientation course and co-coordinating the Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) Learning Community.

• Engaging with curriculum, advising, and recruitment committees in both CALS and CHHS.

• Managing enrollment lists, preparing reports, and responding to student inquiries.

The successful candidate will collaborate with other academic advisor and student services support staff and departmental faculty, remain current on university academic policies and procedures, and participate in ongoing professional development.

About the Department

The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Iowa State University has a strong tradition of hands-on learning and preparing graduates for  successful careers. As the only four-year institution in Iowa offering undergraduate majors in food science, culinary food science, dietetics, and nutritional science, we provide students with unique opportunities to learn from experts and gain practical experience. Our graduate programs, including Food Science and Technology, Diet and Exercise, Nutritional Science, and the Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics, are also one-of-a-kind in the state. We are home to innovative facilities and partnerships, including the Center for Crops Utilization Research, ISU Creamery, Polymer and Food Safety Consortium, Midwest Grape and Wine Industry Institute, and  Brewery Lab, supporting ongoing research and collaboration with industry leaders.

This position will be full-time, in-person.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

August 11, 2025

Posting Close Date:

August 18, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R17576