Educational Support Specialist

The University of Pikeville is seeking an Educational Support Specialist for the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) Office of Student Affairs and Academic Excellence. This position provides academic skills support and academic advising services to medical students.

The Educational Support Specialist offers training, advising, and individualized support in areas such as adult learning, remediation, academic enhancement, time management, knowledge organization, study strategies, and test preparation.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with students to assess their academic needs and develop individualized study plans addressing learning strategies, time management, study skills, knowledge organization, and test preparation.
• Meet regularly with academically at-risk students to develop strategies designed to improve academic performance and board examination outcomes.
• Facilitate programs that support academic success, student retention, and individualized student support throughout the medical school curriculum.
• Maintain a reliable schedule of office hours for scheduled appointments and drop-in student advising and consultations.
• Provide occasional evening or weekend support for departmental programs and initiatives, as needed.
• Develop and deliver group presentations and workshops on academic success, study strategies, test preparation, time management, and other relevant topics.
• Assist with the coordination and management of the Osteopathic Medical Scholars Program (OMSP) for undergraduate students.
• Remain knowledgeable about current trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in health care education.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrators to identify opportunities to promote student learning and academic success.
• Refer students to appropriate internal and external resources, including disability services, mental health services, career advising, and medical consultation, as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Education Required:

• Master’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs, or a related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience & Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse populations.
• Experience using computerized systems and student information platforms.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of standardized examinations applicable to osteopathic medical students.
• Experience developing and facilitating educational workshops or presentations.
• High level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, discretion, and personal accountability.
• Understanding of applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive student and academic information.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
  

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 08/06/2026 will be given priority consideration.

Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.