Physician Advisor – Pre-Medical Advising & Mentorship

MedSchoolCoach•San Diego, CA

About The Position

We are seeking accomplished physicians to serve as Physician Advisors for Pre-Medical Advising and Mentorship within our exclusive Premium Multi-Year Undergraduate Program. In this role, you will act as the primary advisor and long-term mentor for a small, select cohort of highly motivated pre-med students (primarily freshmen and sophomores) who are committed to building exceptional medical school candidacies. This is a high-touch, longitudinal advising role focused on strategic planning, holistic mentorship, and individualized guidance—rather than tutoring or content delivery. You will partner closely with students over multiple years to help them make informed academic, extracurricular, and professional decisions that optimize their readiness for medical school.

Requirements

MD or DO degree (required)
Experience with medical school admissions (e.g., admissions committee service, file review, interviewing, or equivalent)
Strong understanding of pre-med prerequisites, MCAT expectations, and AMCAS/AACOMAS processes
Demonstrated interest in mentoring and advising undergraduate students
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage a small caseload of students in a high-touch environment
Passion for education and a commitment to helping students succeed

Responsibilities

Academic & Pre-Med Advising Guide students through course selection and academic planning to ensure completion of pre-med prerequisites and maintenance of a competitive GPA
Develop personalized, multi-year academic and professional roadmaps aligned with each student’s goals and strengths
Provide strategies for navigating rigorous pre-med coursework and managing academic challenges
Pre-Med Career & Extracurricular Guidance Advise students on selecting and sequencing clinical, research, volunteering, and leadership experiences
Help students identify and pursue meaningful opportunities that demonstrate commitment to medicine
Support students in developing a cohesive and authentic narrative for their future applications
Medical School Admissions Strategy Apply your firsthand knowledge of medical school admissions to provide strategic, insider-level guidance
Advise on school selection, application timing, and overall competitiveness
Prepare students for interviews and other evaluative components of the admissions process
High-Touch Mentorship & Student Support Meet regularly with assigned students to monitor progress, address concerns, and refine plans
Provide encouragement, accountability, and perspective throughout the pre-med journey
Collaborate with other MedSchoolCoach specialists (MCAT tutors, writing advisors, research mentors, etc.) to ensure coordinated, comprehensive support
Program Contribution Contribute to the evolution and continuous improvement of the Premium Multi-Year Undergraduate Program
Stay current on trends in medical education and admissions best practices
Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities