Graduate Application Specialist – The Life Sciences

Who We Are and What We Do

College Essay Guy is a leader in the college admission field. This year, we are
expanding to support clients with graduate school applications in multiple fields. We are committed to bringing purpose, rigor, and
reflection to the grad school application process. We’re a community of caring, skilled educators committed to empowering our
clients–whether college students or adults with graduate school ambitions–to narrate their past experiences, current academic
and social commitments, and career goals. Along the way, we help them improve the craft of writing. 

What Our Graduate
Division Offers

We offer intensive one-on-one support for clients applying to graduate school. We pair them with an
application specialist based on their desired field and intended degree, and they receive personalized support that is tailored to their
needs and to program requirements. 

Currently, we are ONLY hiring specialists capable of working with people applying to
graduate degrees in The Life Sciences AND who currently hold the following degrees:

• Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• Neuroscience
• Other (Life Sciences)

Our Core Values

• Deep Care:
  We believe in unconditional positive regard.
• Practicality: We value getting from Point A to Point B with focused efficiency.
• Expertise: We’ve spent many years building a nuanced understanding of not just subject matter, but of how best to help a student
  put together a compelling application.
• Equity: We commit to pushing back barriers to access in higher education.
• Community: We value interdependence.

Graduate Application Specialist Roles &
Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-quality online support to clients applying to graduate school
• Help them
  conduct research to determine which programs are most suitable
• Assist in the preparation of high-quality applications (including,
  but not limited to, help with personal statements, supplemental essays, writing samples, resumes/CVs, etc.) 
• Help manage
  deadlines
• Maintain flexibility, assessing clients’ needs and adjusting approach as necessary 
• Build and nurture
  strong relationships
• Schedule and offer weekly sessions 
• Prioritize client satisfaction and ensure their needs are
  met 
• Commit to working with clients for the duration of their service contract 

Qualifications:

• Must hold a graduate degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and/or neuroscience
• Should be familiar with existing graduate programs one or more of these disciplines
• 2+ years coaching experience with graduate
  school applicants 
• Substantial knowledge of graduate school applications and processes (specific to your field of
  expertise) 
• Demonstrated success coaching online and adapting to potential technological barriers
• Strong
  relationship-building skills
• Friendly, with a strong intuition and ability to adapt to different personalities
• Commitment
  to access and equity in education

Compensation, Start Date, Schedule

• This is a remote,
  part-time contract position with competitive pay. Hourly rates typically range from $90-$105/hour. 
• Schedule: This position
  requires availability for weekly or bi-weekly meetings with clients, typically ranging from May-December. Some weekend and/or evening
  meeting availability, and occasional willingness to meet more frequently, may be necessary to meet clients’ needs. 

To Apply: Please complete the online
application and upload your cover letter and resume directly to the form.