Specialist - Advisor-Fixed Term
About the role
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine’s Office of Academic Achievement invites applicants for the position of Academic Specialist‑Advisor (also known as a Medical Education Learning Specialist). The College of Human Medicine was founded as an innovative educational program embracing community‑based education and problem‑based learning across eight campuses. Reporting to the Director of Academic Achievement, this position will develop and facilitate programs, services, and resources that support student retention, academic success, and individualized support throughout the Shared Discovery Curriculum. The position is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan but may require travel to other sites. The role is remote‑friendly and is a one‑year appointment, renewable annually based on performance and funding availability.
Responsibilities
- Develop and facilitate programs, services, and resources that support student retention, academic success, and individualized support throughout the Shared Discovery Curriculum.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Education, Higher Education, Educational Psychology, Sciences, Medical Education, or related fields (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of two years of experience working with diverse adult learners in higher education or medical education settings.
- Familiarity with high‑impact learning and study strategies.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrated commitment to collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Doctorate in Education, Teaching, Educational Psychology, Educational Counseling, Sciences, Medical Education, Medicine, or related fields.
- Experience working with students in the medical education or health professions.
- Academic coaching experience.
- Teaching experience.
- Experience administering a tutoring or peer support program.