Job Description

The Office of MD Admissions at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is seeking Medical School Admissions Reader for the upcoming MD admissions cycle. This remote position is expected to work 20-35 hours per week, complete 60-105 files per week, from July through December, to support The Office of MD Admissions through the application screening process. Screeners will complete a thorough training led by admissions staff. After completing training, screeners will support the initial application review for the MD Program.

Johns Hopkins Overview

Established in 1893, the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is a national leader in medical education and research, teaching medical students, graduate students, clinical fellows, and postdoctoral fellows to practice patient-centered medicine, study the prevention and treatment of disease, and excel in health care delivery and the basic sciences. Living up to its mission “to improve the health of the community and the world by setting the standard of excellence in medical education, research, and clinical care,” The School of Medicine has a storied history of serving as the model for American medical education and was the first medical school in the country to accept women at inception. Johns Hopkins MD Program receives roughly 8,000 applications annually for 120 MD and MD/PhD seats in an enrolling

class. Incoming matriculants distinguish themselves as future medical leaders with a commitment to service and a passion for medicine.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the MD degree, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS), and the Johns Hopkins MD Program.
• Review the AMCAS application, undergraduate (and potentially graduate) transcripts, standardized test scores, personal statement, essays, recommendations, and provide a thorough assessment and ratings.
• Complete evaluations in accordance with department/division standards and timelines.
• Availability to attend meetings during office hours.
• Adhere to confidentiality, FERPA, and all other policies and protocols consistent with state and federal law.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in basic computer applications.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Strong analytical and reading skills.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with admissions staff members.
• Sensitivity to the needs of differing groups of students.
• Knowledge and familiarity with college transcripts and curricula.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Work well independently and ask questions when necessary.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines, including weekly numerical targets for files screened.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Some related experience with higher education
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Additional Requirements

• Must have a private computer and space to screen applications, along with reliable internet.
• Current independent college, medical, or graduate school advisors, pre-health advisors, or admissions counselors are NOT eligible to apply due to potential conflict of interest, also cannot have a child currently applying to medical school.
• Admissions Screener must complete a confidentiality attestation, conflict of interest form, and other onboarding training attestations before being authorized to screen applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• The evaluation of undergraduate, graduate, or medical admissions, is preferred, but not required

Classified Title: Admissions Reader
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Medical School Admissions Reader (SOM - Office of the Vice Dean for Education)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/02/ ($24.00 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $35.35 HRLY ($24.00 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Mon-Fri/ Scheduled Hours Vary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Remote
Department name: SOM Admin Admissions Gen Admin
Personnel area: School of Medicine