Fellow/Senior Fellow, Office of Citizen Scholar Development

The Office of Citizen Scholar Development seeks a Fellow/Senior Fellow. Level will be determined by qualifications.

The Office of Citizen Scholar Development is home to fellowships and undergraduate research at the University of Virginia. We are concerned with the personal, social, intellectual, and professional development of UVA students and alumni as citizens and scholars. Dedicated to fairness and accessibility, we provide students with accurate information; guide them through reflection and discernment; equip them to seek wise counsel and healthy mentoring relationships; challenge them to articulate goals, to think, and then to act; and support them in pursuing outstanding opportunities to further their development.

The Fellow/Senior Fellow will be committed to the personal, social, intellectual, and professional development of our students through undergraduate research and fellowships. The successful candidate will:

• Train to carry an advising load across both undergraduate research and fellowships,
• Become the primary advisor for fellowships in an area to be determined by the director given the candidate’s background and ability,
• Teach a section of Introduction to Academic Research, which is a one-hour course that complements USOAR Program for Federal Work Study students; and
• Take on a role in outreach, communications, and/or event support depending on background and ability, and perform other duties as assigned.

We seek a highly motivated and organized individual possessing an interest in better developing students and alumni as they consider and pursue outstanding co-curricular and post-graduate opportunities. Our office collaborates with and complements the work of our faculty, staff, and alumni partners across the university, educating toward the agency of our students. We also seek a collaborative and intellectually curious individual to join our team.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 2 years relevant experience required for designation as Senior Fellow

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate study or degree in academic discipline
• Experience with one or more higher-education experiential learning opportunities, such as undergraduate research, fellowships, study abroad, advising for graduate and professional education, or community engagement
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to educate and mentor in small groups and one-on-one settings
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing timelines, to perform effectively with a fluctuating workload, and to generate creative problem-solving approaches
• Demonstrated commitment to upholding the dignity of all students, faculty, and staff with whom they work
• Willingness and eagerness to learn and grow individually and as part of the office staff
• Demonstrated maturity, wise decision-making, and professionalism

The most competitive candidates and those with the potential to be hired at the Senior Fellow level will also possess some of the following desired skills & qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience teaching or mentoring in writing or editing
• Experience in communications
• Familiarity with computer programming, database management, or web development

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.

The anticipated hiring range is $55,000-$70,000, commensurate with education and experience.

This is a full-time, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position has an initial term limit of 3 years, with opportunity for renewal dependent on department need and funding.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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We anticipate a start date as soon as possible in the summer/early fall of 2026. All applications received by June 29, 2026, will be reviewed, but the position will remain open until filled.

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 R0084219. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Cover Letter, a portion of which should be dedicated to a clear explanation of your philosophy of education/mentoring (no more than 2 pages total)
• Resume/CV
• Contact information for 3-5 references, and your relationship to them

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.

Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. 

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. 

For questions about the position, please contact Andrus G. Ashoo, Director of the Office of Citizen Scholar Development at [email protected].

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo, Senior Recruiter, [email protected].

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.