Science Academic Advisor

ACADEMIC ADVISOR

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND COMMUNITY STUDIES Competition No. Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week) MSU Band E (Steps 1-8): $31.411 - $45.672 per hour. $January 12, 2026

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. MacEwan University is seeking Academic Advisors for 2 full-time continuing opportunities with the Faculty of Health and Community Studies.
The University Advising team’s purpose is to guide and support students as they progress through their academic journey at MacEwan. You will work with students to help them understand the various pathways forward to a degree, diploma or certificate; and support students experiencing academic difficulty.
Providing students with information and resources to promote academic progress;
Providing educational guidance and assistance for students by planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions for different types of students;
Maintaining a broad understanding of all Faculty of Health and Community Studies programs of study, program and institutional graduation rules, inter-university transfer credit, academic and student service policies, and faculty and university administrative procedures impacting students;
Providing accurate information on important academic dates, academic regulations, program details, and campus resources;
Interpret and apply MacEwan academic policies and procedures;
Supporting students encountering academic difficulties and developing strategies to promote retention and completion; The ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing;
The ability to learn and use a variety of simple to complex computer applications;
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Competitive base pay
Generous vacation time
Secure pension plan
Flexible benefits package