Learning Specialist

🇺🇸 Piscataway, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $68K - $101K 💻 Instructional Design 🗓️ June 15th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Learning Specialist for the Office for Development and Academic Success in the Sciences (ODASIS). The role involves providing personalized academic support, career advising, and mentoring to students, developing strategies to improve recruitment and retention, and managing peer Supplemental Instructors to enhance student success in science courses.

Highlights

Provide learning assistance and one-on-one academic plans for students in science and mathematics.
Develop programs and strategies to improve recruitment, retention, and graduation rates.
Hire, train, and supervise peer Supplemental Instructors for support sessions and study halls.
Required to have a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.
At least two years of professional experience in academic support services collaborating with faculty, students, and staff.
Preferred qualification: Master’s degree in biology, higher education, or related field.
Necessary skills include good communication and computer literacy.
Technical proficiency with PC desktop/laptop and software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Adobe Acrobat.
Salary range from $68,278.48 to $100,509.48 annually based on qualifications and experience.
Position is full-time, exempt status with 37.5 hours per week, 12-month appointment, under URA-AFT Administrative union.