Division: Faculty of Science and Technology Location Name: Virtual
- Alberta Position Type: Full Time Permanent Posted: 10/26/2026 12:00:00 AM Guided by Like No Other, Athabasca University’s (AU) strategic plan, AU’s approach to accessible yet transformative education and research is truly distinctive. Our academic mission is to remove barriers to post-secondary education for learners, regardless of their age, location, career, or educational background. Based in the beautiful region of Athabasca, Alberta, AU is one of four Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (CARUs) in the province. We are a public, board-governed, open, and online university serving more than 37,000 students across Alberta, Canada, and around the world. AU seeks to be an agile and inclusive workplace in which all team members can grow, make their highest contribution, and each make a difference to our academic vision and mission. Drawing from five decades of growth in distance and online education, we aim to grow our position as Canada’s foremost innovator in flexible, online and accessible learning. With an inclusive Senior Leadership Team dedicated to empowering every team member to contribute, learn and thrive, AU stands poised for an exciting and ambitious next stage of development. Athabasca University's Faculty of Science and Technology is recruiting for an Undergraduate Academic Program Advisor. Faculty of Science and Technology The Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) is committed to fostering a meaningful and inclusive learning experience through excellence in teaching and scholarly activities. Our students, whether enrolled in programs or taking individual courses in science, computing science or architecture to fulfill other areas of study, are diverse in their demographic and geographical location.



In the realization of the themes of access, opportunity, and community, we aim to change lives and communities from local to global like no other university. In an increasingly complex world, our flexible model enables learners to obtain the necessary skills for future employment while developing their ability to be resilient, think creatively, and work collaboratively as global citizens. Our faculty is home to emerging research, innovative courses, responsive student support, recognized programs, and community outreach. Please visit our website for more information: Faculty of Science and Technology. The Undergraduate (UG) Academic Program Advisor provides comprehensive academic advising support to current and prospective students within the Faculty of Science and Technology. This position is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and student-centered guidance on program requirements, course selection, progression, and university policies. The Advisor supports student success, retention, and progression by proactively identifying student needs, resolving complex academic issues, and collaborating with internal stakeholders. The role operates within established policies and systems while exercising independent judgement in advising decisions and student case management. Undergraduate degree or equivalency and two years experience in a post-secondary setting, preferably in advising or student service.



Equivalent education and experience or a combination of these would be considered Extensive knowledge of Athabasca University policies and procedures. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Learning Management Systems, Degreeworks, Student Relationship Management system, and Banner. Undergraduate Academic Program Advisor For more information regarding this role, please contact Joelle Jackson, Faculty Manager, Faculty of Science and Technology, at jjackson@athabascau.
A university like no other for people like no other. Athabasca University (AU) has widened access and increased chance to higher education for over 50 years for everyone by providing access to high-quality university education and professional development for students by removing physical, digital and systemic barriers to learning and success. An open and online university, AU is a unique hybrid workplace with more than 1300 staff working across five faculties and six portfolios. From AU’s home on the Indigenous lands of Treaty 6, Treaty 8 and Metis Northern Alberta, we are Alberta’s only rurally-situated university with: ~ Over 37,000 students across five faculties—with 33,000 undergraduates and 4,000 graduate students ~Some of the country’s most well established and largest accredited academic and professional programs in business, registered nurse and nurse practitioner programs, science, and humanities & social sciences ~As Alberta and Canada’s premier and largest online university, AU’s commitment to widening access and participation has been consolidated under its current Like No Other Strategic Plan, which focuses on fostering a better and more equitable world via teaching, research, and impact in p

📌 Undergraduate Academic Program Advisor, Faculty of Science and Technology (Canada)
🏢 Athabasca University
📍 Canada