Academic Learning Specialist — Medical Education & Board Prep

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

13 paid holidays

22 days paid vacation

12 sick days

Tuition benefits

On‑campus parking

UTA passes

Store discounts

Job summary

Brigham Young University School of Medicine seeks an Academic Learning Specialist to provide individualized academic counseling, learning strategy instruction, and remediation support for medical students. You will help students develop self‑regulated study habits, time management, and test‑taking skills while coordinating with faculty and leveraging board preparation resources.

This role supports the newly established BYU School of Medicine, requiring organizational flexibility and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; expertise in learning science and student support.
• Experience in academic counseling and student success services preferred.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and evidence‑based learning strategies desired.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.
• Familiarity with NBME/USMLE preparation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic counseling to medical students across curricula.
• Develop individualized success plans using data and assessments.
• Support NBME/USMLE preparation strategies and study planning.
• Collaborate with faculty and office staff to coordinate student support.
• Document interactions and follow up within established templates.

Skills

Academic counseling

Student success services

Learning science

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in education, psychology, counseling, health sciences, or related field

Tools

Academic counseling documentation systems

Student support dashboards

NBME/USMLE prep resources

Job description

Brigham Young University School of Medicine seeks an Academic Learning Specialist to provide individualized academic counseling, learning strategy instruction, and remediation support for medical students. You will help students develop self‑regulated study habits, time management, and test‑taking skills while coordinating with faculty and leveraging board preparation resources.

This role supports the newly established BYU School of Medicine, requiring organizational flexibility and