Overview The Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM) employs a full-time Learning Specialist at each campus, Harlem, Middletown and Great Falls Montana. The broad focus of the Learning Specialist will be to work with faculty and students in order to maximize educational outcomes for our enrolled graduate and medical students. Responsibilities + Work with the faculty and administration to identify academically struggling students of the TouroCOM Middletown Campus, DO and MS programs, and to help these students develop and implement strategies which lead to academic success. + Synergize with the efforts of the campus Social Worker to address problems such as exam and performance anxiety. + Assist TouroCOM faculty in the development of best practices in teaching, academic advisement, and learning support. + Provide workshops to students on developing effective study, learning and time management strategies. + Assist students with the development and implementation of strategies for preparing for medical licensing exams. + Maximize and help coordinate the use of student tutors to support learning outcomes. + Collaborate with Graduate Learning Specialists across all TouroCOM campuses to identify and implement optimal approaches and programming to support the academic and professional success of TouroCOM DO and MS students. Qualifications Education/Experience + Master of Science required. + Doctor of Philosophy preferred. + Masters degree in education, Counseling, Educational Psychology, or related field required + Doctorate Degree preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities + Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) required + Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty and colleagues required + Knowledge of learning theories and adult developmental theories. + Demonstrated experience in teaching in a university setting, working with graduate and/or professional students, & managing a tutoring program. + Preference will be given to candidates with familiarity with medical school curricula and standardized exams of the type given by the NBOME. + The ideal candidate will also possess knowledge of learning disabilities and provisions of reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. + Enthusiasm for learning and achievement + Excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication skills + Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast paced environment + Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products + Conceptual, analytical and organizational skills + Innovative and solution-oriented approach + Ability to develop and maintain collaborative and productive relationships with various constituency groups + Familiarity with FERPA and applicable laws and regulations regarding student record, confidentiality, and student's rights and responsibilities. + Experience with and enthusiasm for working with a diverse student, staff and faculty population within a university setting. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook Travel + Work takes place in the Administrative Offices. Physical Demands + Extensive use of computers + Excessive sitting and standing + Ability to lift 5 lbs Maximum Salary USD $79,584.00/Yr. Minimum Salary USD $63,666.00/Yr. Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes: + Full range of Health Plans + Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA) + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) + Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan + Dependent Care and Transit Programs + Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance + Short-term and Long-term disability programs + Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment) + Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children + Employee Assistance Program + Early-Release Fridays (upon approval) + Generous Paid Time Off + Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday + Annual Holiday Schedule All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first. Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment. Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330. Job Locations US-NY-Middletown ID 2025-12328 College TUNY - College of Osteopathic Medicine Position Type Full-Time Schedule Shift 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Hours Per Week 36.5 Travel None Category Academic/Program Support FLSA Status Non-Exempt Location : Country US