Academic Advisor

Opportunity Information

The Role

LUMS (UG Student Advising, SDSB) is hiring an Academic Advisor. To support undergraduate student success and retention by providing academic guidance, coordinating student support initiatives, and facilitating student engagement programmes. The role assists students in navigating academic policies and procedures, supports timely interventions for academically at-risk students, and contributes to a positive student experience through effective advising, programme coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

•Provide academic and non-academic advising to students through regular office hours, offering guidance on academic planning, university policies, and student support resources •Monitor and support first-year and academically vulnerable students through early alert interventions, mandatory advising meetings, withdrawal case management, and timely documentation in Zambeel •Review and process Semester Off applications in accordance with university policies and procedures •Evaluate and administer Pass/ Fail applications, ensuring compliance with academic regulations and timely communication with relevant stakeholders •Manage Inter-School Transfer applications, providing guidance to students and coordinating with academic departments throughout the transfer process •Support the planning, coordination, and execution of Orientation Week activities to facilitate a smooth transition and positive onboarding experience for new students •Coordinate the PALs (Peer Ambassador at LUMS for Social Support) Program & Comm Tutors program including recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and ongoing support of peer leaders to enhance student engagement and academic success •Maintain accurate student records and advising documentation, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and confidentiality requirements •Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned in support of departmental objectives and student success initiatives

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Education, Experience and Skills Requirements

Salary, Compensation & Benefits