Pre-Clerkship Learning Director

Pre-Clerkship Learning Director – Augusta University – Full‑Time – Regular

The Medical College of Georgia seeks a Director of Pre-Clerkship Learning with expertise in medical education, teaching methods, learning strategies, and academic support for students in the pre-clerkship years (Years 1-2). The Director will provide anticipatory guidance to groups of students, deliver workshops and bootcamps, and provide customized one‑on‑one support. The role oversees the pre‑clerkship tutoring program, faculty advisor training, and targeted learning interventions.

• Collaborate with faculty for early identification of students exhibiting signs of academic difficulty.
• Meet individually with students to identify learning preferences and develop individualized learning, study, and remediation plans.
• Document student interactions and maintain records in compliance with FERPA.
• Support recruitment, training, scheduling, and evaluation of peer tutors in the pre‑clerkship curriculum.
• Develop and deliver in‑person workshops, online modules, and bootcamps on learning strategies, study planning, and Step 1 readiness.
• Provide anticipatory guidance for students transitioning into medical school.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs to teach effective study strategies for high‑stakes exams (NBME, Step
  1).
• Train and support faculty advisors in best practices for advising pre‑clerkship students.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of pre‑clerkship curriculum timelines and requirements.
• Seek out and apply innovative, evidence‑based educational strategies and technologies to enhance student learning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements:

Masters degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling or related field from an accredited institution and at least three years of experience in medical education, curriculum coordination or similar health professions education; OR Bachelors degree in the same fields and at least five years of experience.

Doctorate degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education or Counseling; strong science background supporting pre‑clerkship content; demonstrated expertise in learning strategies, remediation and academic support for graduate/professional learners; experience supporting medical students in pre‑clerkship; familiarity with NBME and USMLE Step 1 preparation; evidence of scholarly work in teaching, learning or medical education; leadership experience in academic support or program development.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computing software/databases.

Shift: Days Monday–Friday; work outside normal business hours likely required.

Pay Band: 12. Salary:
Minimum $62,300.00 – $72,200.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plan options, vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Eligible employees may be considered for Tuition Assistance after 6 months of employment.

All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check before starting. Additional credit checks, motor‑vehicle reports, and documentation of educational credentials may be required. Employees must adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is a proud equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Consider applying today at Augusta University’s job portal. For external applicants, select “University Faculty & Staff >
External Applicants”; for current employees, select “University Faculty & Staff >
Internal Applicants”. For assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.