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Human Resources

Important Applications Instructions:

Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/

license.  You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.

Job Requisition ID:

R00050668

Job Category:

Professional and Technical

Organization:

SOM-Curriculum Fund

Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

Academic Advisor - Medical Education

Job Summary:

To guide students through the initial part of their professional development in medicine with considerations given to students’ academic needs, goals, interests and prior education, along with available institutional and school support services.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling or similar area and a three years of related experience.  Master’s degree preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:  NA

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated excellent written and verbal skills. Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to learn and use computer programs, network software and database management systems. Ability to effectively and efficiently find and analyze information. Ability to process and maintain confidential information. Ability to work effectively with individuals from varying backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess individual students’ study skills, identify appropriate resources and make appropriate referrals for students perceived to be at risk

• Assist students in the development of individualized educational plans

• Maintain appropriate administrative documents

• Develop and promote internal communication and resource sharing in order to promote student success

• Track the collective needs of students

• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement for all services related to academic advising

• Integrate best practices and technology aimed at improving student services

• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional bending (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:

Full time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:

Yes

Pay Class:

Salary

FTE %:

100

Work Shift:

Day

Benefits Eligibility:

Grant Funded:

No

Job Posting Date:

06/17/2026

Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):

06/22/2026