Learning Specialist

University of Wisconsin-Madison

. Provide individualized academic advising to MD and MPH students .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,221 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in academic advising, student engagement, and curriculum development while maintaining compliance with institutional policies and FERPA regulations. Proven ability to collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student success and implement effective academic support programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Academic AdvisingStudent SuccessCurriculum DevelopmentCommunication SkillsSupervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Academic SupportLearning AssistanceAssessment Data AnalysisPolicy ImplementationStudent Progress Monitoring

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaborationProactive EngagementConfidentiality

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Health Professions EducationGraduate EducationFERPA ComplianceAcademic ProgramsStudent Records Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individualized academic advising to MD and MPH students
Serve as a main point of contact for students regarding educational options and academic requirements
Assist students in identifying interests, skills, and values to match appropriate fields of study and career options
Refer students to appropriate institutional resources
Receive, process, and respond to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures
Monitor student academic progress to identify and address learning needs
Collaborate with program directors, faculty, academic staff, and the Learning Specialist team
Participate in the campus-wide advising community and provide input on advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs
Proactively engage students as needed
Maintain expertise in advised curricula and assist with policy and curriculum exceptions
Supervise unit staff and/or plan, organize, allocate resources, assess performance, and lead operational activities within advising or academic services
Maintain confidentiality and accurate student records in accordance with institutional and FERPA policies
Develop and implement academic advising events, including workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of two years full-time professional experience in academic support, learning assistance, student success, academic advising, or related educational work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s Degree required
Experience working in health professions education, graduate education, or other highly competitive academic programs preferred
Experience using assessment data for continuous improvement preferred
Masters degree preferred, particularly in education, educational psychology, learning sciences, or related field
Cover letter required
Resume required
Continuous eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Proof of work authorization and eligibility to work
Employment may require a criminal background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Competitive insurances and savings accounts
Retirement benefits