Medical Education Learning Specialist School of Medicine

Medical Education Learning Specialist – School of Medicine

The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic Medical Education Learning Specialist to support our students in our state‑of‑the‑art North Haven campus. The role empowers medical students to thrive academically and professionally, providing individualized coaching, comprehensive learning assessments, and evidence‑based strategies. The Learning Specialist collaborates with faculty, the Academic Success Support Team, and the University Learning Commons to identify and support students at academic risk.

• Conduct one‑on‑one academic coaching sessions to evaluate learning behaviors, study strategies, time management, and test‑taking approaches.
• Design and implement personalized learning plans for students with academic difficulty or preparing for NBME, USMLE Step 1/2, and other high‑stakes assessments.
• Provide structured guidance on analyzing test performance, interpreting item‑type errors, and applying clinical reasoning frameworks.
• Collaborate with student advisors, course directors, and faculty mentors to ensure consistency of academic support strategies.

• Develop and deliver workshops and small‑group sessions on effective learning, metacognition, test preparation, and cognitive resilience.
• Train and partner with the student‑led peer‑tutoring program (Peer Fellows).
• Contribute to orientation, transition‑to‑medical‑school programming, and Step preparation sessions.
• Partner with Student Affairs and the Academic Success Support Team to implement proactive outreach for students flagged by early‑alert or assessment systems.

• Serve as a key member of the Academic Success Support Team and participate in case discussions concerning remediation and progression.
• Advise the Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education on curricular or assessment issues affecting student performance.
• Maintain close communication with faculty and administrators to ensure confidentiality, transparency, and timely coordination.

• Maintain confidential records of student encounters and progress.
• Analyze outcomes data (exam performance, remediation rates, USMLE outcomes) to identify trends and recommend targeted interventions.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement of student success programs and LCME accreditation documentation.

• Engage in ongoing professional development in learning science, medical education, and academic coaching.
• Participate in national communities of practice such as the Medical Education Learning Specialists (MELS).
• Contribute to presentations or publications related to student learning, remediation, and academic success.

• The Learning Specialist reports administratively to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, ensuring coordination with student advising, counseling, and progression oversight.
• The position maintains a functional reporting line to the Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education, ensuring alignment with curriculum design, assessment, and faculty development.
• The Learning Specialist is an active member of the Academic Success Support Team and related committees/groups focused on student learning and remediation.

• Master’s degree or higher in Educational Psychology, Learning Sciences, Cognitive Science, Instructional Design, Higher Education, or a related field.

• Minimum three years of experience in academic coaching, learning strategy instruction, or academic support with adult or graduate learners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of learning theory, metacognition, and assessment design relevant to professional education.
• Experience in medical, health professions, or graduate‑level education environments preferred.
• Familiarity with NBME‑style multiple‑choice questions, Step 1/Step 2 content domains, and clinical reasoning frameworks.
• Strong ability to analyze academic performance data and design individualized remediation plans.
• Excellent interpersonal and…