Cognitive Skills Specialist

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Nov 16, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Cognitive Skills Specialist
Department	NJ Medical School
Salary	Open
Posting Summary	Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, the Cognitive Skills person will conduct diagnostic interviews, counseling/advisement, assist in the development of study skills strategies and provide individual consultation to all four years of medical school students. He/she will plan and implement a well-organized program designed to provide support services for students in need of academic counseling, test taking strategies, time management application and preparation for examinations as it pertains to the student's individualized plan. This individual will work with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs in identifying students at risk, serve as a liaison with other services (Student Mental Health), manage retention and reporting outcome driven data to demonstrate student success and progress.
Position Status
Posting Number	19FA1976
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Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	PhD degree in educational or cognitive psychology with specialization in learning and remediation.
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Experience involving the review, analysis and evaluation of academic outcomes assessment is highly desired. Must possess leadership, coaching and team building skills to foster supportive working relationships with students, staff and administration. Must be able to problem solve and make decisions using strategic and analytical thinking skills. Previous experience working with adult learners required; experience in medical education preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) essential. Good knowledge of computer software programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 20 lbs.
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/99462
Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
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