Clerkship Learning Director

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 62,300 - 72,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Augusta, GA is seeking a Director of Clerkship Learning. The role involves delivering programming and support for students in medical education, focusing on clinical reasoning and exam preparation. Ideal candidates should have a Master's degree in Education and relevant experience in medical education. A competitive salary is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in medical education or related field.
• Experience supporting medical students during clerkship is preferred.
• Familiarity with NBME shelf exams and USMLE Step 2 CK preparation.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized coaching in clinical reasoning.
• Collaborate with clerkship directors to support at-risk students.
• Develop and deliver workshops and bootcamps.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Educational strategies

Interpersonal communication

Detail-oriented

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Masters degree in Education or related field

Doctorate degree in Education preferred

Job description

Clerkship Learning Director

Job ID: 292466

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

About Us

https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php. Augusta University is dedicated to creating an exceptional institution that values real‑world experiences, community engagement, and partnerships that address health, security, economic, and societal concerns across the state.

Location

Augusta University – Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Augusta University – Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the largest medical schools in the nation. It offers a comprehensive education that includes a main campus, regional clinical campuses, and a second four‑year campus in Athens in partnership with the University of Georgia. MCG provides clinical experience across 350 sites and hosts over 500 residents and fellows in 50 ACGME‑approved programs.

Job Summary

The Medical College of Georgia seeks a Director of Clerkship Learning with expertise in medical education, clinical reasoning, and academic support for students in the clerkship years (Years 3–4). The Director will deliver programming, workshops, and bootcamps to prepare students for clerkships, NBME shelf exams, and Step 2 CK. This individual will also provide one‑on‑one support to students experiencing difficulty, collaborate with clerkship directors to identify at‑risk learners, and develop targeted remediation strategies.

The Director will report to the Assistant Dean for Academic Advising and work closely with the Director of Academic Support. Although all Learning Specialists cover pre‑clerkship and clerkship phases, this position has primary responsibility for clerkship‑specific programming, workshops, bootcamps, and advisor training.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized coaching in clinical reasoning, application of foundational sciences in patient care, shelf exam preparation, and Step 2 CK readiness.
• Meet individually with students to identify learning preferences and develop study and remediation plans.
• Collaborate with clerkship directors and faculty to identify students in academic difficulty and design individualized remediation plans.
• Develop and deliver clerkship‑focused workshops and bootcamps such as Transition‑to‑Clerkship, clerkship exam strategies, and Step 2 CK preparation.
• Support peer tutoring and mentorship programs for clinical sciences and NBME subject exams.
• Train and support faculty advisors in best practices for advising clerkship students.
• Document student interactions and maintain FERPA‑compliant records.
• Monitor outcomes of learning interventions and provide regular reports to Academic Affairs leadership.
• Stay current on clerkship curriculum timelines, NBME exam requirements, and USMLE Step 2 trends.
• Apply innovative, evidence‑based approaches and technologies to enhance student learning during the clerkship years.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: Masters degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution and three years of experience in medical education, curriculum coordination/management, or related health professions education; OR Bachelors degree in the same fields and five years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education: Doctorate degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field.

• Demonstrated expertise in learning strategies for clinical and applied knowledge contexts.
• Experience supporting medical students during clerkship or residency training.
• Familiarity with NBME shelf exams and USMLE Step 2 CK preparation.
• Evidence of scholarly work in medical education or learning science.
• Leadership experience in academic support or program development.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days / M–F (out of normal business hours may be required for an exempt position).

Pay Band: 12 
Salary: Minimum $62,300 / annually – $72,200 / annually; commensurate with qualifications.

Recruitment Period: 11/17/25 – Until Filled.

Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full‑time employees employed for more than six months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates must pass a Background Check. Additional credit checks, vehicle reports, and credential evaluations may apply based on duties.

All employees must adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies and ensure confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information.

Other Information

This position promotes a customer‑friendly environment and provides superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is a proud equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How to Apply

Consider applying with us today!

Visit https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ to submit your application. Students may select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants or University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants as appropriate. For assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.

Application Link

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=292466&PostingSeq=1