Career Advisor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 49,120 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Educational benefits with partner-unis

Ongoing professional growth

Wellness initiatives

Paid time off

Job summary

NEOMED's College of Medicine, Office of Academic Affairs seeks a Career Advisor to guide medical students from pre-matriculation through residency placement with comprehensive, individualized support.

You will help students assess interests, engage in research, assist with ERAS applications, and navigate residency interviews, while coordinating with faculty and alumni to create meaningful career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• At least three years of experience in career services and/or student leadership in higher education.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop career goals for a cohort from matriculation through graduation and advise individuals on career paths.
• Support residency applications by reviewing CVs, personal statements, MSPEs, and interview prep.
• Collaborate with faculty, alumni and partners to plan activities that strengthen career preparation.
• Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Career services experience

Pre-health advising

Flexible hours

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Career Advisor

Position Type: Admin/Professional
Department: COM Academic Affairs
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Pay Grade: MN8

Summary

Responsible for advising a cohort of medicine students enrolled in pre‑matriculation degrees and those who have matriculated to the medical school class through completion of their career as a student. The Career Advisor will play an essential role in the assessment of interests and skills related to career goals, guidance related to involvement in student organizations and research, and assistance with preparation of their electronic residency application service (ERAS) applications and the residency interview process.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Career Counseling and Advising: Develop career goals with a cohort of students starting at the time of matriculation through graduation. Counsel and advise individual students based on an assessment of career goals and aspirations. Address curricular, performance and scheduling concerns. Foster student involvement in student organizations and research events related to the career and professional development. Provide advising services to medical students and attend events that meet the scheduling needs of busy students, which includes evening and weekend hours on a routine basis.

Residency Application Support:

• Providing CV/resume MATCH content review
• Review personal statements
• Generate individual medical student performance evaluation (MSPE) report for specific student cohort
• Advise students on the residency interview process

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with academic partners, faculty, alumni and other constituents in developing activities and events that strengthen career preparation for medical students.

Miscellaneous Duties: Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Three years’ experience in career services and/or student leadership activities in higher education, with a preference for prior medical student advising or pre‑health advising.
• Ability to work flexible hours to support all activities of the office, including evening and weekend hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degrees in higher education and/or advising

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University’s (NEOMED) College of Medicine, Office of Academic Affairs. NEOMED is a mission‑driven, community‑based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Career Advisor who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. Empower medical students to succeed from pre‑matriculation through residency placement by delivering comprehensive career advising, mentorship, and individualized support at every stage of their educational journey.

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team‑oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team‑based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range: $49,120 - $52,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well‑being, and long‑term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

Healthcare Coverage

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage, long‑term care coverage options, and life insurance

Retirement

State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through onsite training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work‑life balance

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C § 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.