Clerkship Learning Director
Inside Higher Ed, Savannah, GA, United States
Job Title
Clerkship Learning Director
Location Augusta University, Augusta, GA. Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912. Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.
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, and provide one‑on‑one support to students experiencing difficulty. The role collaborates with clerkship directors to identify at‑risk learners and develop targeted remediation strategies.
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 individualized learning, 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.
Qualifications Required Educational Requirements • Master’s degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution and at least three years of experience in medical education, curriculum coordination/management, or similar health professions education.
• OR Bachelor’s degree in the same field and at least five years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications Doctorate degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience • 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.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Salary & Benefits Pay Band: 12. Salary: Minimum $62,300 – $72,200 annually, commensurate with qualifications within the established range. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or optional retirement plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full‑time employees who have been employed for more than six months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. The university is a tobacco‑free environment and strictly prohibits the use of any tobacco products at its campuses.
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Location Augusta University, Augusta, GA. Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912. Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.
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, and provide one‑on‑one support to students experiencing difficulty. The role collaborates with clerkship directors to identify at‑risk learners and develop targeted remediation strategies.
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 individualized learning, 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.
Qualifications Required Educational Requirements • Master’s degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution and at least three years of experience in medical education, curriculum coordination/management, or similar health professions education.
• OR Bachelor’s degree in the same field and at least five years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications Doctorate degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience • 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.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Salary & Benefits Pay Band: 12. Salary: Minimum $62,300 – $72,200 annually, commensurate with qualifications within the established range. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or optional retirement plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full‑time employees who have been employed for more than six months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. The university is a tobacco‑free environment and strictly prohibits the use of any tobacco products at its campuses.
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