Associate Director, Medical Student Financial Aid

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is seeking an Associate Director for Medical Student Financial Aid to lead financial aid programs and student financial wellness initiatives for VTCSOM students in Roanoke, with travel to Blacksburg as needed.

The role requires expertise in educational financing, loan repayment strategies, and program compliance, offering strategic oversight across federal, institutional, and health professions aid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience delivering student-centered service in financial aid.
• Ability to interpret complex financial aid policies.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Analytical and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of federal, institutional, and health professions aid programs.
• Provide financial wellness education and holistic advising to medical students.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, university, and LCME standards.
• Collaborate with leadership, faculty, and staff to support recruitment and progression.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Higher education/finance background

Tools

Banner

Slate

PowerFAIDS

Job description

Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is seeking an Associate Director for Medical Student Financial Aid to lead financial aid programs and student financial wellness initiatives for VTCSOM students in Roanoke, with travel to Blacksburg as needed.

The role requires expertise in educational financing, loan repayment strategies, and program compliance, offering strategic oversight across federal, institutional, and health professions aid.