Student Adviser

4 days ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time

**UE06: £34,132 - £39,355 pro rata**

**College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine / Deanery of Biomedical Sciences / BMTO (Biomedical Sciences Teaching Organisation)**

**Fixed-term:12 months (Maternity Cover)**

**Part-time: 27 hours per week**

A fantastic opportunity to support students to fully participate and succeed in their chosen programme of study, working closely with University academic and professional services staff and Central University Services as required.

**The Opportunity**:
As a Student Advisor you will be the first contact point for UG and PGT (on-campus and online) students within Biomedical Sciences, providing professional guidance and support, including additional assistance where needed, to navigate the University support systems. Working closely with academic and professional services teams, the role will enable students to achieve their potential, as well as ensure parity of experience for all students.

This post is part-time (27 hours per week) hours of which can be negotiated on appointment to meet the needs of the service. This is a fixed term appointment for 1 year. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

**Your skills and attributes for success**:
We are looking for individuals who like working in a vibrant environment.
- Educated to HND level, or equivalent related experience (previous relevant work experience, or broad experience).
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to the complex areas of student support.
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to remain calm and centre the needs of the student, being able to provide a safe and welcoming space for students.
- Experience of working independently and as part of the team to prioritise workloads.
- Active listening and excellent communication skills.

**Click to view a copy of the full**job description**(opens new browser tab).

**Application Information**
- CV
- Cover letter

**As a valued member of our team you can expect**:

- A competitive salary
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our **staff benefits page**(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

**Championing equality, diversity and inclusion**

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our **right to work webpages**(opens new browser tab)

**Key dates to note**

Interviews are estimated to be held **week commencing 21st July 2025

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