Learning Specialist (OSLER)

Learning Specialist (OSLER)

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Position Information

About MSM
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number | NONAC3795
Job Title | Learning Specialist (OSLER)
Position Title | Learning Specialist (OSLER)
Position Type | Non-Faculty
Number of vacancies | 1
Salary | $71,000
Department | Office of Educational Affairs

Position Summary
The Office of Student Learning and Educational Resources (OSLER) is recruiting a Learning Specialist. The Learning Specialist will work with the OSLER team to provide academic support and academic skills enrichment to students in all Morehouse School of Medicine degree programs, including but not limited to support with learning strategies, study skills, time management, and organizational skills. The Learning Specialist will conduct regular evaluations of student achievement and progress and recommend specific evidence-based assessments, as needed, to inform the development of individual learning plans (ILP). Individual Learning Plans will focus on identified areas of deficiency and include specific goals and objectives to address recommended/required skills development. The Learning Specialist will maintain documentation of ILPs and conduct regular follow-up and assessment of progress towards meeting goals identified in ILPs. In addition, the Learning Specialist will work with the OSLER team to provide academic counseling and deliver student workshops related to the development of effective learning skills, study strategies, time management, and test preparation. This person will support faculty by developing relevant workshops, training, and assistance to enable faculty to better meet the needs of all learners. They will also work with the OSLER team to provide training to faculty on how to better support academically at-risk students. The Learning Specialist will work collaboratively with the OSLER team to develop and promote evidence-based strategies to support and enhance student learning. They will keep key OSLER faculty and staff up to date on the progress of each student. This person will support current OSLER programs and work with the OSLER team to develop new academic interventions designed to improve student performance. The Learning Specialist will help develop and participate in scholarship focused on evaluation of the effectiveness of existing and new academic support interventions.

This position requires either a master’s degree in an education related field or a minimum of four years as a Learning Specialist or similar role in higher, post-graduate, or professional education environments. This person must demonstrate the ability to work independently and autonomously with minimal direction; be detail oriented; have strong organizational skills and have knowledge of evidence-based learning strategies, test-taking skills, and time management strategies. They must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. This position will report to the OSLER Director of Learning Support and Academic Enrichment within the Office of Student Learning and Educational Resources.

Responsibilities• Work with the OSLER program manager to monitor student performance and maintain up-to-date, detailed electronic files for students utilizing academic support services• Work with students to identify barriers that impact academic performance and develop strategies to overcome those barriers• Work with students to develop individualized learning plans (ILP) to develop more effective learning, study planning, test-taking, retention strategies and remediation skills• Review individual student’s performance and work with students on interpretation ofassessments, and making necessary adjustments to individual learning plans• Work with the OSLER team to develop and identify student resources and make recommendations for additional academic support services• Develop advising and academic support materials• Work with course directors to be familiar with course content and structure to provide optimal academic support• Connect students to additional campus resources• Develop and deliver student workshops to improve time management, organizational skills, stress management, test taking anxiety• Assist with training for student tutors on best and most effective tutoring practices• Collaborate on training for faculty on learning strategies, study skills, test preparation, and test-taking strategies• Assist students in preparing for licensure examinations using best practices• Support current, and work collaboratively with OSLER team to develop new academic interventions designed to improve student performance and outcomes• Participate in appropriate institutional and external committees and activities to align OSLER student support services with academic programs and other institutional and external resources• Assist the Office of Student Learning and Educational Resources with key projects/priorities, to include developing and reviewing reports and assisting with office planning• Collaborate with OSLER and academic departments on the writing and publication of scientific papers related to the activities of the office• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications | Knowledge, Education, and Skills Required:• Master’s degree in Education, or related field or a minimum of four years as a Learning Specialist or similar role in higher, post-graduate, or professional education environments• Excellent oral and written communication skills• Strong collaboration, team building, and conflict resolution skills• Ability to track students, manage appointments, relate to faculty, staff, and students, and respond to their needs• Able to use multiple techniques to assist students in developing study, learning, and testing skills• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and AI prompt designing to support student academic success materials• Outstanding organization and time management skills for managing a large workload• Work well independently with limited supervision• Ability to work within general guidelines established by the supervisor

Preferred Qualifications 
Closing Date | 12/26/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicants | Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
Quick Link | https://careers.msm.edu/postings/24578

EEO Statement Summary 
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements | It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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