Director of Career Development
Overview:
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.
D.
School of Medcine (WMed) seeks a driven individual for our Student Affairs Department.
Working with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, the career advising specialists, and academic advisors, this individual will serve as the administrative director for all aspects of career development across the four-year curriculum.
This includes implementation and facilitation of all facets of the four-year AAMC Careers in Medicine curriculum, creation and presentation of career development sessions and workshops, creation of career development materials, and creation of processes to review ERAS application materials such as MSPEs, LORs, CVs, Personal Statements, and Noteworthy Characteristics.
It also includes extensive tracking of students throughout each year of medical school to ensure they are meeting or exceeding the benchmarks for a successful residency match, and development of a risk assessment strategy for students in the match.
The career advising specialists will report directly to this individual.
Responsibilities:
General
Responsibilities:
Creation and management of 4-year longitudinal career advising curriculum in consultation with Assoc Dean for Student Affairs, Assistant Dean for Career Development, Career Advising Specialist, and Academic Advisors.
Interpreting and disseminating data from AAMCs Careers in Medicine (CiM), NRMPs Charting Outcomes in the Match, Texas Star, and other resources for career advising purposes.
Development and maintenance of career advising portal page (M1-M4).
Development and maintenance of career development and advising materials (updated annually with current WMed and National Match data).
Develop and implement a training program for directors and clinical chairs for specialty career advising.
Develop and implement a training program for WMed and community faculty interested in career advising.
Develop and implement a training program for alumni to develop an alumni career mentoring group.
Develop and implement a training program for clinical faculty interested in serving as specialtycareer mentors.
Plan and execute an annual meeting with career specialty SIGs to offer support and guidance.
Manage monthly group meetings with career advising team.
Availability to work on weekends and evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
All other duties as assigned.
M1-M3 Years:
Develop, implement, and manage a 4-year career development/advising curriculum at WMed.
Introduce students to the 4-year career development/advising curriculum during TRANS to MD course.
Implement utilization of the AAMC CiM modules in each year of the curriculum.
Plan and execute the annual Specialty Speed Round.
Advising for third year core clerkship lottery.
Advising for fourth year elective lottery.
Create and coordinate info webinars for CVs, Personal Statements, Noteworthy Characteristics, ERAS, Match, etc.
Provide guidance to students for special matches (Couples, SF, Urology, Military, CaRMS).
M4 Year:
Implement utilization of the AAMC CiM modules Prepare for Residency in M4 year.
Annual update of the Residency Interview Timeline on the student portal.
Assist registrar with compilation and proofreading of MSPEs ( 85 per year, 8 pages long each).
Assist registrar with MSPE uploads in September, and MSPE addendums in December and February, and final MSPE at graduation.
Assist registrar with proofreading and uploading all LORs for ERAS (approximately 250 per year).
Assist registrar with tracking LORs, photos, and USMLE transcript uploads into ERAS annually.
Work with Ed Affairs to ensure grades are entered in time for the MSPE.
Coordinate and present info webinars for CVs, Personal Statements, Noteworthy Characteristics, ERAS, Match, ROL, SOAP, etc.
Distribute and collect Consent to Release Match Information forms; track students who have not consented to release.
Provide individualized strategic guidance for special matches (Couples, SF, Urology, Military, CaRMS).
Plan and execute Mock interviews (plan events, train faculty, schedule students and faculty.
) Collect and analyze data for a Match risk assessment.
Work with the career development team to assess Match risk for each student.
Provide support for SOAP week and Match Day.
Organize panels for 4th Year Student Perspective on the Match (post-Match).
Manage annual update of Student-to-Student guide.
Maintain comprehensive Match Results spreadsheet.
Maintain comprehensive Alumni spreadsheet with specialty, residency program, and contact information.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND/OR
Experience:
Required degree:
Doctorate (PhD, EdD, MD, DO) with experience in medical education or higher education career advising.
Minimum of three years of experience in a higher education setting, preferably medical education.
Experience working with racial, cultural, and ethnic minority/underrepresented populations.
Record of accomplishment in medical student career counseling and/or advising.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Creativity, vision, and the ability to conceive the long-term implications and impact of current events and trends in career advising, coaching, and development.
Ability to effectively educate and communicate (in written and oral form) with a variety of individuals and groups.
Ability to produce results under pressure (time deadlines and multiple projects) with minimal direction.
High level of interpersonal, management, and negotiating skills, as well as the ability to influence others to take appropriate action and/or reach their full potential.
Strong interpersonal skills that engender cooperation and collaboration among groups with diverse interests and background.
Analytical, conceptual, and innovative thinking with the ability to look beyond the present, and take a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of workflow.
Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.
D.
School of MedicineWe are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.
The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare.
The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income.
Building upon a $100 million foundational gift in 2011, WMed is a recipient of the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school.
WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.
WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission.
The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and two Master of Science degree programs in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Engineering.
We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout Kalamazoo, Portage, and Battle Creek.
The Department of Pathology faculty serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.
The W.
E.
Upjohn M.
D.
Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with faculty and administrative offices, student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.
WMed is building upon Kalamazoos century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research.
The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical schools advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.
D.
School of Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans, and actively strives to increase diversity within its community.
We provide a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans.
Recommended Skills Administration Analytical Cvs Cladding (Construction) Clinical Works Coaching And Mentoring Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.
D.
School of Medcine (WMed) seeks a driven individual for our Student Affairs Department.
Working with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, the career advising specialists, and academic advisors, this individual will serve as the administrative director for all aspects of career development across the four-year curriculum.
This includes implementation and facilitation of all facets of the four-year AAMC Careers in Medicine curriculum, creation and presentation of career development sessions and workshops, creation of career development materials, and creation of processes to review ERAS application materials such as MSPEs, LORs, CVs, Personal Statements, and Noteworthy Characteristics.
It also includes extensive tracking of students throughout each year of medical school to ensure they are meeting or exceeding the benchmarks for a successful residency match, and development of a risk assessment strategy for students in the match.
The career advising specialists will report directly to this individual.
Responsibilities:
General
Responsibilities:
Creation and management of 4-year longitudinal career advising curriculum in consultation with Assoc Dean for Student Affairs, Assistant Dean for Career Development, Career Advising Specialist, and Academic Advisors.
Interpreting and disseminating data from AAMCs Careers in Medicine (CiM), NRMPs Charting Outcomes in the Match, Texas Star, and other resources for career advising purposes.
Development and maintenance of career advising portal page (M1-M4).
Development and maintenance of career development and advising materials (updated annually with current WMed and National Match data).
Develop and implement a training program for directors and clinical chairs for specialty career advising.
Develop and implement a training program for WMed and community faculty interested in career advising.
Develop and implement a training program for alumni to develop an alumni career mentoring group.
Develop and implement a training program for clinical faculty interested in serving as specialtycareer mentors.
Plan and execute an annual meeting with career specialty SIGs to offer support and guidance.
Manage monthly group meetings with career advising team.
Availability to work on weekends and evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
All other duties as assigned.
M1-M3 Years:
Develop, implement, and manage a 4-year career development/advising curriculum at WMed.
Introduce students to the 4-year career development/advising curriculum during TRANS to MD course.
Implement utilization of the AAMC CiM modules in each year of the curriculum.
Plan and execute the annual Specialty Speed Round.
Advising for third year core clerkship lottery.
Advising for fourth year elective lottery.
Create and coordinate info webinars for CVs, Personal Statements, Noteworthy Characteristics, ERAS, Match, etc.
Provide guidance to students for special matches (Couples, SF, Urology, Military, CaRMS).
M4 Year:
Implement utilization of the AAMC CiM modules Prepare for Residency in M4 year.
Annual update of the Residency Interview Timeline on the student portal.
Assist registrar with compilation and proofreading of MSPEs ( 85 per year, 8 pages long each).
Assist registrar with MSPE uploads in September, and MSPE addendums in December and February, and final MSPE at graduation.
Assist registrar with proofreading and uploading all LORs for ERAS (approximately 250 per year).
Assist registrar with tracking LORs, photos, and USMLE transcript uploads into ERAS annually.
Work with Ed Affairs to ensure grades are entered in time for the MSPE.
Coordinate and present info webinars for CVs, Personal Statements, Noteworthy Characteristics, ERAS, Match, ROL, SOAP, etc.
Distribute and collect Consent to Release Match Information forms; track students who have not consented to release.
Provide individualized strategic guidance for special matches (Couples, SF, Urology, Military, CaRMS).
Plan and execute Mock interviews (plan events, train faculty, schedule students and faculty.
) Collect and analyze data for a Match risk assessment.
Work with the career development team to assess Match risk for each student.
Provide support for SOAP week and Match Day.
Organize panels for 4th Year Student Perspective on the Match (post-Match).
Manage annual update of Student-to-Student guide.
Maintain comprehensive Match Results spreadsheet.
Maintain comprehensive Alumni spreadsheet with specialty, residency program, and contact information.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND/OR
Experience:
Required degree:
Doctorate (PhD, EdD, MD, DO) with experience in medical education or higher education career advising.
Minimum of three years of experience in a higher education setting, preferably medical education.
Experience working with racial, cultural, and ethnic minority/underrepresented populations.
Record of accomplishment in medical student career counseling and/or advising.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Creativity, vision, and the ability to conceive the long-term implications and impact of current events and trends in career advising, coaching, and development.
Ability to effectively educate and communicate (in written and oral form) with a variety of individuals and groups.
Ability to produce results under pressure (time deadlines and multiple projects) with minimal direction.
High level of interpersonal, management, and negotiating skills, as well as the ability to influence others to take appropriate action and/or reach their full potential.
Strong interpersonal skills that engender cooperation and collaboration among groups with diverse interests and background.
Analytical, conceptual, and innovative thinking with the ability to look beyond the present, and take a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of workflow.
Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.
D.
School of MedicineWe are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.
The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare.
The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income.
Building upon a $100 million foundational gift in 2011, WMed is a recipient of the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school.
WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.
WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission.
The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and two Master of Science degree programs in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Engineering.
We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout Kalamazoo, Portage, and Battle Creek.
The Department of Pathology faculty serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.
The W.
E.
Upjohn M.
D.
Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with faculty and administrative offices, student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.
WMed is building upon Kalamazoos century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research.
The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical schools advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.
D.
School of Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans, and actively strives to increase diversity within its community.
We provide a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans.
Recommended Skills Administration Analytical Cvs Cladding (Construction) Clinical Works Coaching And Mentoring Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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