Position Summary

Hybrid position with some days required in-person at East Lansing campus. Incomplete Applications will not be reviewed. Please see “Required Application Materials” section

The MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM) is seeking applicants for a full time Academic Advisor/Learning Specialist position. This position will work with the MSUCOM Office of Academic and Career Advising and works to serve osteopathic medical students throughout the 4-year D.O. curriculum. Located in East Lansing (EL) campus, this position will provide academic support and resources to medical students at all three MSUCOM campuses (East Lansing, Detroit Medical Center, and Macomb University Center), as well as those completing clinical rotations at 23 base hospitals across the state. Anticipated travel is minimal and student advising sessions that are not located at selected home site would take place via Zoom. Advising services will be offered through a combination of in-person, zoom, email, and phone interactions.

Weekly Schedule: We utilize a hybrid schedule consistently of 3 in-office days and 2 remote workdays.

Fixed Term explanation: Fixed term is a categorization process for personnel utilized by Michigan State University. Please note, this position is expected to be renewed annually.

Key responsibilities of the Specialist position include the following:

• Provide one-on-one, individualized student advisement and coaching for improved academic performance, such as developing effective learning strategies, self-regulatory behaviors, time management skills, and test-taking skills
• Assess student learning preferences and existing study skills
• Assist students in developing study plans intended for course exams, board exams, and remedial exams
• Make referrals as appropriate, especially to mental health wellness counselors for students with personal, emotional, behavioral, or family issues, and to disability resources staff for students with disabilities
• Develop and deliver group presentations/seminars relevant to academic success, self-directed learning, and evidence-based study strategies.

Performance of the job will entail becoming familiar with the curriculum and its policies and procedures. The specialist will maintain a regular schedule of availability to meet with students as needed. The specialist will balance defined processes with an individualized approach to help students identify performance obstacles and develop strategies to improve their learning outcomes and monitor student performance and initiate contact with students experiencing academic difficulty. Collaboration with course faculty, administration, and Personal Counseling/Health Promotion is expected. Additionally, the specialist will assist with the creation of academic support initiatives; promoting student awareness of available resources and avenues of support; documenting advising sessions; participating in assigned meetings; and other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Education or relevant field

Minimum Requirements

• The successful candidate must have at minimum a master’s degree in education or relevant field.
• Experience in working with adult learners.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in working with professional students and/or in an academic healthcare setting. Knowledge of adult learning, learning theory, and cognitive development.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; public speaking/presentation skills; and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Required Application Materials

(1) CV/Resume

(2) Cover letter

(3) List of three references.  The search committee will not contact references without first notifying the candidate. 

(4) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statement. Submit a description of your past experiences and contributions to inclusive excellence including a brief description of your ideas for future initiatives that you would like to implement to support MSUCOM's commitment to inclusive excellence.

https://com.msu.edu/about-us/diversity-inclusion-safety/initiatives

Review of Applications Begins On

05/08/2024

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.