Foundational Sciences Faculty – Biomolecular Science

Foundational Sciences Faculty – Biomolecular Science

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COM) in partnership with the College of Graduate and Professional Studies (CGPS).

The Department of Medical Education (DME) at Illinois

COM is recruiting a full‑time, non‑tenure track Foundational Sciences faculty member. The successful candidate will have the experience to warrant a rank of Associate Professor or Professor and will join an innovative and forward‑thinking team developing and delivering an interdisciplinary and longitudinal foundational science curriculum across multiple academic programs at The Chicago School. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic educator with subject‑matter expertise in genetics and biochemistry.

• Participate in curriculum design, delivery, and evaluation to promote program excellence, student success, and continuous quality improvement.
• Partner with operational personnel to facilitate curriculum delivery.
• Promote innovative, evidence‑based instructional methods and technologies.
• Evaluate course goals and outcomes to ensure articulation and alignment between academic programs.

• Represent the College in professional organizations and events.
• Assist where needed with student recruitment and community outreach efforts.
• Participate in college and university committees.

• Support a departmental vision toward scholarly activity that integrates and aligns with the mission and vision of the College and University.
• Promote research and scholarly collaborations among faculty and students.
• Identify external funding and resources for research.
• Participate in scholarly activities congruent with a faculty position.

• Facilitate coaching and advising of DO and MSBS students to foster opportunities for professional growth.
• Work individually with students to analyze outcomes and coach in the formulation of individualized learning plans.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of academic support mechanisms for MSBS students.

• Terminal degree (PhD, Pharm
  
  D, DO/MD) in area of expertise.
• Expertise in teaching subject matter in post‑secondary, graduate or medical education.
• Ability to collaboratively and effectively work with faculty, staff and administration in the development of a new College and multiple academic programs.
• Technical competence to support the development of curriculum, teaching materials, assessment items and to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Desire to make lasting and meaningful changes to the healthcare landscape of Chicago and beyond.

• Experience in medical and graduate education teaching, assessment, and curriculum development.
• Facilitation skills for case‑based and small group learning.
• Strong record of scholarship and research.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Dedication to osteopathic philosophy and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Dedication to holistic student success and experience mentoring, advising or coaching pre‑health professions or health professions students.

• This opportunity is budgeted at $115,000 – $150,000 base compensation; additional compensation factors may impact total compensation.
• The position is based on the Chicago, IL campus.
• This role will report to the Chair of the Department of Medical Education with collaborative oversight from the MSBS Program Chair.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

This opportunity is budgeted at $115,000 – $150,000 annual base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. Learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time‑off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement.

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 per CDC guidance.