Medical School Student Academic Advisor

Ponce Health Sciences University/Tiber Health Innovations • St. Louis, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides support for medical students in the School of Medicine for St. Louis, MO. The duties include, but are not limited to coaching and advising career paths, programs, and future planning for our medical students through graduation. Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide support for medical students on our St. Louis campus. This individual should also maintain regular communication with our other campuses to ensure consistency and compatibility of academic support services across campuses. The Academic Advisor should possess a graduate degree within medical/health professions programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of a terminal degree in higher education: PhD, MD, or DO preferred; EdD with six months of related experience in health education.
• General knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience with virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
• Ability to sit and to use hands to type on computer, operate office equipment and handle books, files, documents, etc.
• Ability to talk and hear to answer phones and when assisting others.
• Close vision needed to use computer.
• Distance vision and depth perception for safety purposes.
• Ability to produce results in a fast-paced environment.
• Independence and autonomy with little direct supervision is required.
• Professional mannerisms are expected as a representative of the university.
• Leadership and the ability to accept performance feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with medical education structures, board preparation processes, and accreditation expectations, including LCME standards related to advising and student support.
• Knowledge of Canvas application strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and advising career paths, programs, and future planning for medical students through graduation.
• Maintain regular communication with other campuses to ensure consistency and compatibility of academic support services across campuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level