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Administration/Managerment

Peer Study Group Coordinator

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Part time
Reference
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Posted Sep 08, 2026
Offered salary$17.00

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About WesternU

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.

At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.

Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Posting Details

Position Title Peer Study Group Coordinator

Position Control Number 998264 Type of Position Federal Work Study Position Status Part-time Department 2001-College of Optometry Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA Position Location California Job Summary Under the general direction of the Assistant Dean of Student Learning, to promote shared academic success among class peers participating in study groups. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Language ability to compose clear and concise reports.
  • The ability to effectively, professionally and tactfully interact and communicate with students, faculty, administrators and staff members as necessary.
  • The ability to manage projects and assignments in an efficient and effective manner
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • The ability to effectively gather information from a variety of sources, compile and analyze information
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism
  • Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working for an organization that values and promotes humanism.
  • Required Qualifications Education:

  • Student enrolled in the College of Optometry in good academic standing
  • Student must meet Federal Work Study (FWS) qualifications, which are:
  • Must have a completed current FAFSA.
  • Must have remaining financial aid unmet need.
  • Must be in good academic standing at Western University of Health Sciences.
  • Preferred Qualifications Experience:

  • Volunteerism and strong study skills preferred.
  • Essential Job Duties

    Key Responsibilities

  • Schedule peer study group sessions. Book study rooms/locations.
  • Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the study group members' rotation of roles.
  • Key Responsibilities

  • Disseminate any notes or resources created within study groups to all members.
  • Key Responsibilities

  • Assists with other program projects as assigned.
  • The University/College has the right to add/change duties at any time.
  • Posting Details Continued

    Work Schedule

  • Varies
  • Working at WesternU

    We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

    We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,

    • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.

    • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.

    • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.

    • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.

    • WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.

    • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

    Expected Pay Scale

    Minimum $17.00

    Maximum $17.00

    Physical Demands

    Physical Demands

    Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

    If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Duties are normally performed in a small group setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate due to private study sessions and group conversations.

    Posting Information

    Posting Number FWS00460

    Posting Date 07/31/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

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  • Curriculum Vitae
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