Learning Specialist Rural Scholars & Pathways

Hiring Department Department of School of Medicine Expansion

This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating academic support services that promote the success of undergraduate pathway participants and medical students. The role provides individualized coaching, learning strategy instruction, and examination preparation designed to improve academic readiness, matriculation, retention, progression, and licensure outcomes. Emphasis is placed on supporting learners from rural and nontraditional backgrounds. The position contributes to the School of Medicine's strategic priorities by strengthening the physician workforce pipeline and supporting the preparation of physicians who will serve communities across Missouri.

• Provide Individualized Academic Coaching and Student Success Support – 30% Provide longitudinal academic coaching and learning support for students across pathway, pre-admission, and medical education programs. Develop individualized strategies that strengthen study skills, time management, self-directed learning, and academic performance. Support learners through academic challenges, educational transitions, and key progression milestones using evidence based interventions.
• Support Entrance and Licensure Examination Preparation – 20% Guide students in preparing for high-stakes examinations, including the MCAT, USMLE Step 1, and USMLE Step 2 CK. Assist learners in developing personalized study plans, preparation timelines, and effective test‑taking strategies. Monitor readiness through performance metrics and provide targeted support to enhance examination outcomes.
• Develop and Deliver Academic Success Programming and Resources – 15% Design, implement, and evaluate workshops, presentations, and educational resources that promote academic success, learning effectiveness, resilience, and examination readiness. Create scalable programming that supports learners across multiple stages of the educational continuum.
• Monitor Academic Performance and Conduct Proactive Outreach – 15% Utilize academic performance data and referral processes to identify learners who may benefit from additional support. Conduct timely outreach and implement targeted interventions that promote academic progression, engagement, retention, and student success.
• Collaborate with Faculty, Staff, and Academic Leaders – 10% Partner with Student Affairs, faculty, pathway program leaders, and curriculum stakeholders to align academic support services with learner needs and institutional goals. Participate in initiatives that strengthen student success, educational outcomes, and workforce development objectives.
• Support Cross-Campus Services, Assessment, and Continuous Improvement – 10% Coordinate academic support services across the Columbia and Springfield campuses to ensure equitable access and consistent delivery. Collect, analyze, and report student success metrics to support program evaluation, accreditation activities, continuous quality improvement, and strategic decision-making.

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Bachelor’s degree

2

Understanding of pre‑medical pathways, experience supporting undergraduate learners, medical education knowledge, and higher education experience

Salary Range: $54,000 - $67,000 annually

Grade: GGS - 010

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