Learning Specialist

University of GeorgiaAthens, GA, United States

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Posting Details

Posting Number

S14042P

Working Title

Learning Specialist

Department

SOM-Student Support

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

The University of Georgia is establishing a new independent School of Medicine in Athens, building on the success of the Augusta University / University of Georgia Medical Partnership, which has been educating physicians in Athens since 2010.

The establishment of a new public medical school at UGA comes as the state faces a significant shortage of medical professionals. The population of Georgia, the nation's eighth largest state, has surged to approximately 11 million residents, straining existing medical infrastructure and resulting in longer wait times for appointments and reduced access to care. Georgia currently ranks 40th in the nation for the number of active patient care physicians per capita and 41st for the number of public medical students per capita.

As a top 20 public university with a thriving research enterprise and vast public service network, the University of Georgia is well positioned to produce more highly trained physicians, alleviate physician shortages, and improve the state's ability to provide quality health care for its citizens.

The School of Medicine is located on UGA's Health Sciences Campus in Athens, home to UGA's College of Public Health and the current AU / UGA Medical Partnership. In its inaugural year, the UGA School of Medicine plans to enroll 60 students per class, but a new $100 million medical school building will enable the UGA School of Medicine to grow to 120 students per class in the future.

The University of Georgia School of Medicine is seeking accreditation and has been formally recognized with "candidate status" by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education ( LCME ), beginning a multi-year accreditation process.

College / Unit / Department website

https : / / medicine.uga.edu /

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 a.m.-5 : 00 p.m.

Flexibility and some weekends and evenings may be needed at times.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

08 / 21 / 2025

Open until filled

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

11 / 01 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant's credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and contact information for three professional references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant).

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Position Information

Classification Title

Academic Services Professional

FLSA

Exempt

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education / experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field, e.g., education, educational psychology, or counseling.
Experience in higher education, especially graduate- or professional-level, working in areas such as teaching, counseling, training, and / or coaching.
Experience in Health Professions Education or other professional degree programs
Direct experience (knowledge, understanding), with ADA and organizing / delivering accommodations
Direct experience with applying knowledge from the learning sciences to coaching practices

Position Summary

The Academic Success Programs ( ASP ) aim to help all University of Georgia ( UGA ) School of Medicine students succeed on their journey to become physicians. These programs include individualized academic counseling and coaching, large group sessions to introduce students to successful learning strategies and tactics, a robust near-peer tutoring program, and the development of materials to guide students' learning.

We seek a Learning Specialist who will report to the Director of Academic Success. This position's role will be to deliver and help refine our programming to support the academic success of students across all four years of the MD program in areas of reading, writing, time management, learning self-management, knowledge organization, clinical reasoning, and others. Additionally, the Learning Specialist will contribute to developing and improving intra- and inter-office policies and procedures that undergird the office's work with students and other offices at the School of Medicine.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills

Demonstrated enthusiasm balanced with patience

Tactful, courageous, and humble conduct

Relationship-centered approach

Sound judgment and fairness

Work Ethic & Collaboration

Diligence and reliability

Commitment to independent functioning

Commitment to effective teamwork

Cognitive & Analytical Abilities

Strong analytic and synthetic thinking skills

Capacity for complex problem-solving

Persistent curiosity and continuous learning

Professional Disposition

Learner-centered mindset

Exhibits professionalism and emotional intelligence

Physical Demands

Standard for a typical office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Is this a Position of Trust?

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Does this position require a P-Card?

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities

Deliver, create and refine current ASP programming :

Engage in individualized academic counseling and coaching with students within the MD program.

Deliver and help refine ASP programs, including managing the program's calendar and providing workshops and other teaching sessions, to support both learners and program adjunct faculty members.

Create new content that supports existing programming.

Assist with the Peer-Assisted Learning Program, tutorial services offered by near-peers to 1st-3rd year medical students, including elements of recruitment, hiring, budgeting, advertising, accessibility, adaptability, feedback, and improvement of the program.

Work with leadership and Director for Academic Success to develop, refine, and update on an ongoing basis, written and electronic learning materials and resources, to support student academic success at all levels of the curriculum.

Continuously monitor published literature on new and emerging trends in national and international best practices regarding the assessment and evaluation of struggling learners, support of student academic success, and remediation strategies.

Percentage of time

Duties / Responsibilities

Contribute to collaborations with others on and around campus :

Proactively work and collaborate with faculty regarding student academic progress and making decisions on formalized administrative interventions.

In conjunction with the Office of Student Affairs, provide support and advocacy for students with accommodations and other academic needs.

Work with leadership and Director for Academic Success to identify student needs, initiate and monitor appropriate referrals, and act as a point of contact with program adjunct faculty and / or other support services.

Percentage of time

Duties / Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and implementation of ASP and related policies, procedures, and processes :

Assist with developing policies and procedures for ASP in accordance with FERPA , HIPAA and LCME guidelines and implement, interpret, and enforce the policies and procedures, in conjunction with leadership and Director for Academic Success.

Assist with cultivating processes to monitor and document student progress and achievement across all four years of the medical education program.

Assist with developing processes to track the delivery of support services and their outcomes.

Assist with developing processes to evaluate ASP's effectiveness.

Percentage of time

Duties / Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned, e.g. participation in proctoring in-house exams delivered throughout the medical education program.

Percentage of time

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Learning Specialist • Athens, GA, United States