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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here.

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Rowan Employee Benefits

Rowan University offers a comprehensive benefits package to its staff and faculty members* including health, prescription, and dental coverage, vision reimbursement, a variety of investment options including mandatory pension programs and voluntary retirement savings opportunities, tuition benefits and scholarships, and paid time off. For more information on available benefits at Rowan, please visit the Benefits website. Benefits available to employees of the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine can be viewed here.

*Available benefits are dependent upon employee class and union affiliation.

Academic Support Advisor/Educator, Department of Academic Affairs, Rowan-Virtua SOM

Apply now Job no: 500860
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Stratford, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - School of Osteopathic Medicine

The Academic Support Advisor/Educator for the HRSA Pathways to Careers in Primary Care Program is responsible for delivering educational content, coordinating instructional activities, and supporting program goals designed to encourage medical students to pursue primary care careers, especially in rural and medically underserved areas of New Jersey. Reporting to the Co-Project Director will provide clinical supervision to students during mobile osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) clinics in medically underserved areas of New Jersey.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Instruction and Facilitation: Develop and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons; facilitate classroom discussions, labs, and other learning activities in both in-person and online formats.

  • Curriculum and Course Development: Design, revise, and update course materials and syllabi; integrate new research, technology, and instructional strategies to align with program goals, institutional standards, and accreditation requirements.

  • Student Support and Advising: Provide academic advising and career guidance; hold office hours and offer individualized support to address student concerns and promote success.

  • Assessment and Program Improvement: Maintain accurate student records; participate in course and program evaluations to improve instructional effectiveness and learning outcomes.

  • Institutional Engagement and Compliance: Attend departmental meetings, serve on committees, support student recruitment and retention, and ensure compliance with institutional and accreditation policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this role effectively, the individual must meet each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The qualifications below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Master’s or Doctoral degree, preferably in a health sciences or basic sciences discipline
  • 3 or more years’ experience as a tutor or academic support specialist
  • Experience designing and implementing instructional materials, study strategies, and academic support programs tailored to student needs.
  • Ability to assess student progress, provide individualized support, and develop strategies to improve academic performance.
  • Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), online tutoring platforms, and digital tools that enhance student learning.
  • Experience in tracking student progress, analyzing academic performance data, and using assessment tools to improve learning outcomes
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, to prepare and deliver instructional content.
  • Understanding of medical education, board exam preparation, and strategies for supporting students in rigorous professional programs.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to function effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • Valid driver’s license is required.

Physical Demands:

The role may require working extended hours as needed to meet deadlines. Attendance at meetings in various buildings and off-campus locations is essential.

Salary: 

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this AAUP position is:  

Instructor: ($ 100,787 to $ 136,800) * 
Assistant Professor: ($ 123,083 to $ 167,264) * 
Associate Professor: ($ 146,089 to $ 198,535) * 
Full Professor: ($ 170,255 to $ 231,285) * 

*Placement within the range is determined by the candidate's qualifications, professional experience, and other factors.   

For clinical faculty positions, additional compensation is paid through supplemental funding based on regional benchmarking standards and internal equity by specialty. 

Benefits:

For eligible employees, benefits include comprehensive NJ state health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents attending Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).  

For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/

NOTES:

● Only completed, online applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.

● Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; the university does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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Residency Requirements

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

Note on STEM-OPT Employment
Please note that STEM OPT employment is not permitted at Rowan University. To be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, the student's employer must be registered in E-Verify and must use the system to verify all new employees. While Rowan University is registered in the E-Verify system, the University does not use the system to verify all new employees, only those that are working on a Federal Contract. This means that Rowan does not permit individuals to work at the University using a STEM OPT Employment Authorization Document as proof of US Work Authorization.
Non-Discrimation at Rowan University

Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, titleIXcoordinator@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

For information on the Title IX Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault policy and grievance procedures, please click here. 

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Rowan is committed in assisting all members of our University community in providing for their safety and security.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Rowan University Police Department (RUPD), Clery Act webpage here. 

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as crime prevention, RUPD authority/jurisdiction, crime reporting policies, fire safety, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security on all our campuses. The report also contains information about fire statistics in Rowan University on-campus student housing facilities and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years, including reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by federal law, Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act or the "Clery Act" and is provided by the Rowan University Police Department.

 If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the RUPD Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or email: cleryact@rowan.edu.