Sociology Professor - MCAT Content Writer

About the role

UWorld, a global leader in test preparation, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated professor with expertise in Sociology to join our growing content team. The ideal candidate will collaborate with top behavioral science experts to develop our renowned MCAT and AP Question Banks, contributing to high-impact educational tools that help students succeed.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Pre-Health Education and writes content for the online MCAT Question Bank.
• Writes MCAT Sociology and Behavioral Sciences passages and questions with comprehensive rationales.
• Works closely with editing and scientific illustration teams to create exceptional content that adheres to UWorld standards.
• Applies knowledge that reflects standardized exam content and practices for generation of test questions.
• Collaborates with management and team members during peak periods of new content development to ensure goals and deadlines are met.
• Uses constructive feedback to validate the accuracy and relevance of content written by other team members.
• Participates in ongoing performance evaluation of current test items in the question bank.
• Responds quickly to address user feedback and makes necessary edits to question bank content.
• Collaborates with management and team members during peak periods of content revision to ensure that all deadlines are met.
• Communicates effectively with quality assurance team to resolve technical issues related to content in a timely manner.
• Works with IT and other support teams to troubleshoot exam development issues that may arise.
• Recognizes and champions the integrity and security of question bank content and proprietary assets.

Requirements

• Minimum education required: Doctorate degree (PhD) in Sociology.
• Experience or background in a clinical or public health setting is a plus.
• Medical Sociology subject matter expertise is preferred.
• Minimum experience required: 5 years of scientific research and/or teaching experience post degree.
• Strong scientific writing experience.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate/graduate level.

Skills

• Passion for education and learning.
• Effective problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and analytically and execute conceptual ideas into a finished product while meeting deadlines.
• Proven history of working independently while operating within a team environment.
• Ability to provide, receive, and respond to feedback positively.
• Ability to adapt quickly, brainstorm, multi-task, and collaborate in a team setting.
• Proficient in MS Office/working knowledge of IT.
• Proven ability to write high-quality MCAT-level questions and rationales.

Pay

Salary starts at $70K, with higher compensation based on experience.

Schedule

A relaxed work environment with an annual professional and career development opportunities available.

Benefits

• Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours).
• Paid parental leave, bereavement, and 8 hours of volunteer time.
• A generous paid holiday schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability and pet insurance).
• 401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment).