Program Specialist-Med Student

Educationjobsite; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University, located on the Upper East Side, seeks a Program Specialist‑Med Student to provide administrative support for medical student education and oversee the Sub-Internship Program for fourth‑year students. You will coordinate department education offerings, exams, and records in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires excellent communication, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Approximately 3 years of related experience, preferably in medical research.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Manages the Sub-Internship Program for fourth year medical students.
• Responsible for the reporting of general education teaching sessions performed in Clerkships & Sub-Internships.
• Responsible for tracking all medical student education activities and maintaining student faculty records related to medical student teaching.
• Manages the day to day of the department's undergraduate educational offerings.
• Coordinates processes surrounding student elective programs. Assists with eligibility, registration, scheduling and/or the expansion and creation of new elective courses.
• Coordinates student testing, evaluation and/or grading processes. If applicable, assists with the administration and proctoring of exams.
• Collaborates with support staff at various college, departmental and hospital departments as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Title: Program Specialist-Med Student

Location: Upper East Side

Org Unit: Pediatrics Education Programs

Work Days

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $31.81 - $36.43

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Provides administrative support to all activities related to medical students.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages the Sub-Internship Program for fourth year medical students.
• Responsible for the reporting of general education teaching sessions performed in Clerkships & Sub-Internships.
• Responsible for tracking all medical student education activities and maintaining student faculty records related to medical student teaching.
• Manages the day to day of the department's undergraduate educational offerings.
• Coordinates processes surrounding student elective programs. Assists with eligibility, registration, scheduling and/or the expansion and creation of new elective courses.
• Coordinates student testing, evaluation and/or grading processes. If applicable, assists with the administration and proctoring of exams.
• Collaborates with support staff at various college, departmental and hospital departments as needed.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Approximately 3 years of related experience, preferably within the medical research field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize work.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "any person, any study." No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.