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Advising Fellow, College of Arts & Sciences

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$71,000 annually.
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Feb 24, 2026
The College of Arts & Sciences Office of Undergraduate Education is seeking talented educators from all liberal arts disciplines to join their corps of Advising Fellows, pre-major advisors who teach in the Engagements program, the required curriculum for all First-Year Students. Led by the Director of Undergraduate Advising, the Advising Fellows provide group and individual advising for first- and second-year students in the College. Fellows assist students in their transition to college, help them develop and practice strategies for academic success, and familiarize them with the array of resources across grounds (career center, study abroad, etc.). Student Advising Fellows are responsible for actively managing a caseload of students from matriculation through admission into a major/program. Their workload includes teaching multiple courses per year in the Engagements Program, running programming for Faculty and Students, and contributing to the College's historical commitment to Liberal Arts education. Responsibilities: Maintain a work load of active first and second year advisees Design Faculty advisor training and student-facing workshops Teach multiple courses in the Engagements program Communicate with students using different modalities and in ways that provide maximum connection, including scheduled meeting hours, walk-in hours, and via electronic means Assist students in course registration and degree declaration Actively manage progress towards graduation for advisees in portfolio; monitor and refer students to advising specialists when needed Participate in an Advising Community of Practice in the College Maintain and possess knowledge about College curriculum and College and University academic policies Demonstrate commitment to the value and purpose of a liberal arts education Minimum Qualifications Education: PhD or terminal degree required Preferred Qualifications Experience with the liberal arts Physical Demands This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. Salary The anticipated salary is $71,000 annually. Position Type & Work Location This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. About UVA and the Community To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. Application Timeline Applications must be received by March 15, 2026. This position has an anticipated start date of June 1, 2026. Additional Requirements Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. How to Apply Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0080566. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on theUVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Reference Check Process Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. Contact For questions about the position, please contact Meira Kensky, ybj5cx@virginia.edu. For questions about the application process, please contact Melanie Sponaugle, unw5dq@virginia.edu. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.