About The Role

Why Work at BYU

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it an inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Admissions Application Reader – Temporary/Part-Time (School of Medicine)

Pay: $20/hour

Schedule: Approximately 20 hours/week

Employment Period: Early November through the end of January

Training: Required training during October

Location: Primarily remote; must reside in Utah

Employment Type: Temporary, half-time

Help Shape the Next Class of Medical Students

The BYU School of Medicine is seeking temporary, part-time Admissions Application Readers to support the medical school admissions process. In this role, you will learn and apply established application review guidelines to evaluate and score admissions applications.

Your careful review will play an important role in helping the School of Medicine identify applicants who are a strong fit for the program and contribute to shaping the incoming class of medical students.

What You'll Be Doing In This Position

Review medical school admissions applications and evaluate them using a predetermined scoring rubric. (95%)
Enter application scores and responses into the admissions reader portal. (5%)
Apply established guidelines consistently and thoughtfully.
Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive applicant information.

What Qualifies You For This Role

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.
Ability to access and use a computer and reliable internet to perform work.
Must reside in Utah.
Must be available to attend required training and occasional meetings in person.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in healthcare and/or higher education.
Strong reading comprehension skills.
Ability to effectively manage time and work independently.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and established guidelines.
Dependable and reliable.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Basic computer skills.

Important Schedule & Availability Requirements

This is a temporary seasonal position with a significant amount of flexibility, but applicants must be able to meet the following requirements:

Approximately 20 hours of work per week from early November through the end of January.
Required training during the month of October.
Availability during the holiday season is essential.
Work may be completed during evenings and weekends as needed.
There is no fixed daily schedule, allowing you to determine when you complete your assigned hours.
Required training and occasional meetings will take place in person.

Work Location & Flexibility

This is primarily a remote, flexible position . After completing required in-person training, readers will generally work from home using their own computer and internet connection. There are no fixed work schedules, providing flexibility to complete assignments at times that work best for you, including evenings and weekends.

Compensation

$20/hour
Readers who continue in the position in subsequent years are eligible for a $0.50/hour increase for each year they remain in the role.

Why This Role Matters

As an Admissions Application Reader, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the BYU School of Medicine admissions process. Your thoughtful and consistent evaluation of applicants will help the Admissions Office identify future medical students who are the best fit for the program.

If you are a dependable, detail-oriented reader who can maintain confidentiality and follow established guidelines, we invite you to apply!

Required Documents

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!