Part Time - Admission Screener

Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine & Science; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is seeking a part-time Admissions Screener at RFUMS Main Campus in North Chicago, IL. The role supports the CMS Admissions Counselor, reviewing AMCAS applications and preparing notes for the chair or committee.

This temporary position lasts up to 6 months and carries no regular employee benefits, though RFU offers personal leave and voluntary retirement plan options. The department emphasizes service and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer skills.
• Ability to work accurately and independently.
• 1-2 years’ experience in admissions and recruitment in an academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Review application files (primary screen of AMCAS) and assist in processing applications.
• Create reports to assist the admissions process.
• Evaluate course credits and required coursework on the CMS Primary Screener Evaluation form.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work accurately and

Job description

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Part Time - Admission Screener

Temporary Staff RFUMS Main Campus, North Chicago, IL, US

Compensation:

$25 an hour based on skills and experience.

Position Summary:

The Department of Admissions and Recruitment in Division of Strategic Enrollment Management at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science invites applications for a part-time Admissions Screener position. The University encourages applications from individuals belonging to groups underrepresented in their field and those that can add new and valuable perspectives to the academic environment. This position requires close cooperation with the CMS Admissions Counselor to administratively assist in the screening process of the AMCAS medical school applications. The purpose of the admissions screener is to review application files and make notes for further action by the admissions chair or admissions committee.

This is a temporary position, lasting up to 6 months.

While this position is not eligible for our regular employee benefits, all RFU employees are eligible to accrue personal leave in accordance with IL law. All RFU employees are also eligible to make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.

Today, the university’s 6 colleges continue Dr. Franklin’s legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.

The Office of Admissions and Enrollment’s vision is to provide an integrated customer service experience from pre-inquiry to matriculant, including counseling, admissions, marketing communications, and recruitment. This vision is achieved by delivering consistently high-quality service to students and partners, working collaboratively, and celebrating lives and accomplishments with dignity and respect for all while challenging the process. The office encourages applications from individuals belonging to groups underrepresented in their field and those who can add new and valuable perspectives to the academic environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The admissions screener will conduct application review (90%) and assist in the processing of applications (5%). Under the supervision of the Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the admissions screener will also help with creating reports to assist the admissions process (5%). The screener will use the AMCAS applications to complete the primary screen of the applicant’s graduate education, personal statement, medical related experiences, leadership/humanitarian activities, letters of recommendation and evaluate course credit and required coursework requirements on the CMS Primary Screener Evaluation form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must achieve background check clearance.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to work accurately and independently

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in admissions and recruitment in an academic environment

Typical physical demands and working conditions:

• Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.