Marian University Indianapolis · 4 months ago
Academic Support and Comlex Program Director
Indianapolis, IN 46222, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expMarian University Indianapolis is seeking an Academic Support and COMLEX Program Director to promote their Catholic Franciscan mission by fostering student achievement and well-being. The role involves creating personalized study plans, developing exam strategies, providing mental health support, and overseeing curricular comprehension courses to enhance student preparation for the COMLEX exams.
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Responsibilities
Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies
Customized Study Schedules: Work with students to create realistic, personalized study plans that balance coursework, clinical rotations, and personal commitments
Task Prioritization: Help students identify high-yield topics and prioritize the most critical areas for their exams, ensuring they are focusing their time and energy efficiently
Exam Preparation Strategy: Develop and implement comprehensive exam strategies for major exams like COMLEX, which includes organizing review sessions, practice exams, and recommending appropriate study resources
Active Learning Techniques: Teach evidence-based learning methods, including active recall and spaced repetition, to enhance retention and comprehension
Practice and Review: Organize regular mock exams and review sessions to identify areas for improvement and build test-taking skills
Exam Anxiety Management: Provide students with techniques for managing stress, especially during high-stakes exams and clinical evaluations, through mindfulness exercises, relaxation techniques, and coping strategies
Mental Health Support: Offer emotional support and resources for managing the stresses of medical school, including providing referrals to counseling services and offering mindfulness or stress-relief activities
Motivation & Goal Setting: Help students set realistic short-term and long-term goals, maintain motivation, and track their progress. Provide regular check-ins to ensure students stay on track
Peer Support Networks: Foster connections among students within the cohort, pairing students with senior peers or mentors who can provide additional guidance, support, and encouragement
Continuous Feedback: Provide ongoing feedback based on students’ performance in written tests, practical exams, and clinical rotations. Regularly review strengths and weaknesses and offer constructive guidance to facilitate improvement
Adaptive Learning Systems: Utilize technology and adaptive learning systems to monitor student performance, adjusting strategies as needed to address specific learning gaps and maximize effectiveness
Co-Direct the Enhanced Curricular Comprehension Courses: Collaborate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Enhanced Curricular Comprehension courses, ensuring alignment with the COMLEX blueprint and the students’ learning needs
Course Development & Oversight: Collaborate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Enhanced Curricular Comprehension courses, ensuring alignment with the COMLEX blueprint and the students’ learning needs
Subject-Specific Focus: Assist in focusing course content on areas critical to COMLEX success, using the COMLEX blueprint as a guide to target subjects that require more intensive review and comprehension
Ongoing Improvement: Help refine and improve the course based on student feedback, exam performance, and evolving educational strategies to enhance students’ preparation for COMLEX
Qualification
Required
A Master's or Doctoral degree in education, psychology, osteopathic medicine, or a related field is required
Proven experience (at least 3 years) in academic coaching, curriculum development, or a similar role, with an emphasis on medical education, particularly for COMLEX preparation
Familiarity with COMLEX exam structure and content areas, with a solid understanding of osteopathic principles and practices
Experience in teaching or mentoring medical students in study strategies, test-taking techniques, and stress management
Strong Communication Skills: Ability to clearly explain complex medical content, provide constructive feedback, and engage with students empathetically
Organizational Skills: Experience in creating study plans, managing multiple projects, and coordinating activities that address the academic and emotional needs of students
Technological Proficiency: Comfort with using adaptive learning tools, online resources, and learning management systems to track student progress and deliver content
Holistic Support Ability: A strong understanding of student mental health and well-being, with experience in providing stress management techniques and supporting students through challenging academic environments
Compassionate, patient, and approachable, with a genuine desire to help students succeed both academically and emotionally
Strong problem-solving skills, able to adapt strategies based on individual student needs
A proactive and innovative mindset, willing to collaborate and improve upon existing educational strategies to meet evolving student needs
Preferred
Clinical background in osteopathic medicine is highly preferred
Company
Marian University Indianapolis
Marian University is a Catholic university dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Marian University Indianapolis has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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2025 (5)
2024 (5)
2023 (2)
2022 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$26.91MKey Investors
Lilly EndowmentGreen Bay Packers FoundationIndiana University Health
2024-08-02Grant· $25M
2024-06-19Grant· $0.25M
2023-11-22Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Kenith Britt
Chief Operating Officer and Chancellor of the Indianapolis Campus
Ray Stanley
Chief Information Officer / Vice President
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