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Academic Advisor I
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Dean's Office Staff
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
About Texas A& M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
- Texas A&M AgriLife Research
- College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
Position Information
We are seeking an Academic Advisor I, who with assistance, is responsible for driving engagement and empowering students to achieve their academic and career goals. This position will play a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention by building relationships with students and clarifying procedures and academic requirements for specific programs or majors.
Responsibilities:
65% Advises Students
- Collaborates with students to understand and develop realistic and attainable educational and academic goals and provides input on related majors, minors, future education and career options that best align with goals.
- Educates students about and prepares and assists them with full array of academic processes (e.g., registration, add/drop, Q drops, withdrawals, change of curriculum submissions, etc.) by sharing university and college policies, program requirements, transfer credit decisions, etc.
- Reviews student’s academic record and counsel students regarding core and degree course selection and implication of selected courses and/or exception requests.
- Provides input on probationary decisions.
- Creates and maintains updated relevant records and notes (e.g., student contact, advisor notes).
15% Delivers Student Success and Retention Strategies
- Consistently engages student population utilizing various outreach methods (e.g., in-person and online) to cultivate a professional relationship to keep students informed of critical and relevant personal, academic and professional deadlines, updates, information and events.
- Proactively shares with students available academic, professional, and health and wellness resources (e.g., Academic Success Center, Career Center, Student Organizations, Counseling & Psychological Services, Disability Resources, etc.) May refer students with identified needs as appropriate.
- Actively monitors students’ progress through the program by reviewing and assessing academic records to determine status of progression, completion of degree requirements as well as identifying and referring those students in which additional intervention and guidance may be recommended to reaching academic goals.
- Assists in the planning and/or delivery of various department related advising, student success, retention events and academic campaigns (e.g., New Student Conference, 1st semester advising, inquiries from prospective students).
- Assesses individual students' stage of academic development and promotes their growth by determining suitable developmental tasks.
20% Training
- Up to 20% training per year to complete in-class and on-the-job training programs, which may include shadowing, departmental/college/school trainings, university training, university, state, and national advisor meetings, regular staff and supervisory meetings, and other activities approved by the supervisor. Trainings must include:
- Advisor Onboarding
- Becoming an Advisor
- Note: Time reserved for training may be adjusted after year one based on employee performance and supervisor discretion.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree. No required experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proficiency level of novice in the following skills, using the novice to expert model (i.e., novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, expert):
- Initiating, building, and maintaining effective relationships
- Communicating with others in a clear and concise manner that is audience appropriate
- Researching information to meet situation parameters
- Collaborating with others within and across departments/groups
- Actively listening to determine speakers’ goals, needs, and/or challenges
- Organizing, prioritizing, and working effectively to meet goals and parameters of simultaneous projects
- Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others
Proficiency level of advanced beginner in the following skills, using the novice to expert model (i.e., novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, expert):
- Ability to use various computer programs to include word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
- Ability to work with confidential information
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of student development in higher education
- Ability to lead students in developing education and personal goals
Why Work at Texas A& M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions
Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
Required Documents
CV/ Resume
Cover letter
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Academic Advisor I
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Dean's Office Staff
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
About Texas A& M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
- Texas A&M AgriLife Research
- College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
Position Information
We are seeking an Academic Advisor I, who with assistance, is responsible for driving engagement and empowering students to achieve their academic and career goals. This position will play a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention by building relationships with students and clarifying procedures and academic requirements for specific programs or majors.
Responsibilities:
65% Advises Students
- Collaborates with students to understand and develop realistic and attainable educational and academic goals and provides input on related majors, minors, future education and career options that best align with goals.
- Educates students about and prepares and assists them with full array of academic processes (e.g., registration, add/drop, Q drops, withdrawals, change of curriculum submissions, etc.) by sharing university and college policies, program requirements, transfer credit decisions, etc.
- Reviews student’s academic record and counsel students regarding core and degree course selection and implication of selected courses and/or exception requests.
- Provides input on probationary decisions.
- Creates and maintains updated relevant records and notes (e.g., student contact, advisor notes).
15% Delivers Student Success and Retention Strategies
- Consistently engages student population utilizing various outreach methods (e.g., in-person and online) to cultivate a professional relationship to keep students informed of critical and relevant personal, academic and professional deadlines, updates, information and events.
- Proactively shares with students available academic, professional, and health and wellness resources (e.g., Academic Success Center, Career Center, Student Organizations, Counseling & Psychological Services, Disability Resources, etc.) May refer students with identified needs as appropriate.
- Actively monitors students’ progress through the program by reviewing and assessing academic records to determine status of progression, completion of degree requirements as well as identifying and referring those students in which additional intervention and guidance may be recommended to reaching academic goals.
- Assists in the planning and/or delivery of various department related advising, student success, retention events and academic campaigns (e.g., New Student Conference, 1st semester advising, inquiries from prospective students).
- Assesses individual students' stage of academic development and promotes their growth by determining suitable developmental tasks.
20% Training
- Up to 20% training per year to complete in-class and on-the-job training programs, which may include shadowing, departmental/college/school trainings, university training, university, state, and national advisor meetings, regular staff and supervisory meetings, and other activities approved by the supervisor. Trainings must include:
- Advisor Onboarding
- Becoming an Advisor
- Note: Time reserved for training may be adjusted after year one based on employee performance and supervisor discretion.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree. No required experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proficiency level of novice in the following skills, using the novice to expert model (i.e., novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, expert):
- Initiating, building, and maintaining effective relationships
- Communicating with others in a clear and concise manner that is audience appropriate
- Researching information to meet situation parameters
- Collaborating with others within and across departments/groups
- Actively listening to determine speakers’ goals, needs, and/or challenges
- Organizing, prioritizing, and working effectively to meet goals and parameters of simultaneous projects
- Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others
Proficiency level of advanced beginner in the following skills, using the novice to expert model (i.e., novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, expert):
- Ability to use various computer programs to include word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
- Ability to work with confidential information
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of student development in higher education
- Ability to lead students in developing education and personal goals
Why Work at Texas A& M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions
Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
Required Documents
CV/ Resume
Cover letter
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Green Card Science & Research Job Roles in Texas
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Search Science & Research Jobs in TexasScience & Research Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which science and research companies sponsor Green Card visas in Texas?
Major sponsors in Texas include MD Anderson Cancer Center, ExxonMobil, Texas Instruments, and Dell Technologies, alongside research-heavy universities such as UT Austin, Rice University, and Texas A&M. Federal facilities like NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston also employ researchers under sponsorship pathways. Biotech firms concentrated in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, are also active Green Card sponsors.
Which cities in Texas have the most science and research Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads due to the Texas Medical Center, NASA, and energy sector research operations. Austin follows closely, driven by semiconductor and tech-adjacent research employers. Dallas and its suburbs, particularly the Plano-Richardson corridor, concentrate roles in biotech, engineering research, and clinical sciences. San Antonio has a growing biomedical research presence through UT Health and military-affiliated research institutions.
What types of science and research roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Texas?
Roles with a direct requirement for a specific advanced degree field are the most common candidates. These include research scientists, biomedical engineers, computational biologists, materials scientists, geoscientists, and clinical research associates. Positions requiring a Ph.D. or specialized master's degree in a defined discipline are particularly well-suited for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship. Postdoctoral researchers at Texas universities are also frequently sponsored through these pathways.
How do I find science & research Green Card sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type, so you can search for Green Card-sponsored science and research roles in Texas directly without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. This is particularly useful in Texas, where sponsorship availability varies significantly across the energy, biotech, and academic sectors. Migrate Mate lets you narrow by industry and state to surface relevant openings efficiently.
Are there state-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in science and research roles in Texas?
Texas has no state income tax, which affects total compensation calculations employers use when setting prevailing wage benchmarks for PERM labor certifications. Texas also hosts a high concentration of cap-exempt H-1B visa employers, such as universities and nonprofit research institutions, which can create a more accessible path to employment before Green Card sponsorship begins. The strength of the Texas Medical Center and energy research sectors means EB-1A and EB-2 NIW petitions are relatively common for researchers with published work or demonstrated national impact.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card science & research jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.