About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Lead Academic Advisor to join our elite team of physician, college and writing advisors. The Lead Academic Advisor will serve as the primary point of contact and mentor for a select group of pre-med students enrolled in our Premium Multi-Year Program. Your role is crucial in shaping the academic and professional trajectories of future physicians.
In This Role, You’ll Get To
- Academic Advising
- Guide students through course selection, ensuring they meet all pre-med requirements and maintain a competitive GPA
- Develop personalized academic plans that align with each student's strengths and career goals
- Provide strategies for success in challenging pre-med courses
- Pre-Med Career Guidance
- Offer comprehensive pre-med guidance, including extracurricular planning and professional development
- Help students identify and secure meaningful clinical experiences, research opportunities, and leadership roles
- Assist in cultivating each student's unique narrative for medical school applications
- Admissions Expertise
- Leverage your experience with medical school admissions committees to provide insider knowledge and strategic advice
- Guide students through the entire medical school application process, from school selection to interview preparation
- Offer critical insights into what makes a competitive medical school applicant
- Holistic Mentorship
- Meet regularly with assigned students to track progress, address concerns, and adjust plans as needed
- Collaborate with other MedSchoolCoach specialists (e.g., MCAT tutors, research advisors) to ensure comprehensive support
- Provide emotional support and stress management strategies throughout the pre-med journey
- Program Development
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the Premium Multi-Year Pre-Med Program
- Stay updated on trends in medical education and admissions to ensure our program remains cutting-edge
- Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities
Looking For People Who Have
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in academic advising, preferably in a pre-med or health professions context
- Demonstrated experience serving on medical school admissions committees
- In-depth knowledge of medical school prerequisites, MCAT requirements, and the AMCAS/AACOMAS application processes
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong mentoring relationships
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple students at various stages of their pre-med journey
- Familiarity with current trends in medical education and the evolving landscape of healthcare
- Passion for education and a commitment to student success
About MedSchoolCoach
MedSchoolCoach is a rapidly growing EdTech company that serves the needs of future physicians by providing the highest quality content, tutoring, and advising services. Physician-led and founded, MedSchoolCoach is driven by its mission to help shape the future of medicine. Over time, the organization has become one of the largest players in the medical space, reaching nearly 50% of prospective medical students every year through one of our products or services.
As an organization, MedSchoolCoach stays true to its humble roots while continuing to scale adding more products and services on a continuing basis. MedSchoolCoach was recently named to Inc Magazine’s Inc 5000 list with an overall ranking of 953 and was designated as the 17th fastest growing education company in the United States. We are grounded in our desire to offer prospective doctors with the tools they need to succeed while providing an exceptional learning and mentoring experience. Our vision is to create the most engaging and effective EdTech platform supported by world class physicians and educators for students from all walks of life.
Compensation and Benefits
- competitive compensation w/ significant growth potential
- open PTO policy
- insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, disability
- 401(k) with company match
- fun team events (virtual and, eventually, in person)
- flexible schedule—we expect greatness, but will not micromanage your day
- $80,000-$90,000 annual salary