Section Chief in Psychiatry; Part-time, FTE; IllinoisCOM

Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Department of Surgery and Specialty Medici neat the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) isseekinga dynamic and experienced physician educator and leaderto serve as faculty in Psychiatry. Thispart-time(0.60 FTE) position offers the opportunity tochampionthe integration of mentalhealththroughoutthe medical education curriculum.

Thispositionis opentocandidatesat therank of Assistant

Professor,Associate Professor,or Full Professor.

Academicrank tobedeterminedby The Chicago School andIllinoisCOM’sacademic rank policy. The successful clinician-educatorwill lead curriculum development across both pre-clinical and clinical phases,buildingthepre-clinical

Behavioral Sciences curriculum and directing the Psychiatry coreclerkship rotation.

Additionalresponsibilitiesinclude faculty recruitment and development,establishingclinical partnerships, and fostering research initiatives and community engagement. Weseek a dedicated educator and innovative leader with deepexpertisein psychiatry and understanding of the interconnectedness of mental and physical health. The successful candidate will create a collaborative, student-focused environment that aligns with

IllinoisCOM’smission to trainphysicians who deliver integrated, patient-centered care addressing both physical and mental health needs.

The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 40 years.

The University is building Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine, orIllinoisCOM,anticipatedto open for its first class of students in summer 2026 with a Mission to train exceptional physicians toleveragethe interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.

• Provide visionary leadership forthe integration of mental health-centeredcurriculumwithintheIllinoisCOM

• Lead curriculum development and assessment for the Psychiatryclinical rotation

• Assistcurriculum development and assessment in preclinical courses as needed.

• Assistin recruitment, mentoring, and development offaculty members within the department

• Maintainpartnerships with hospitals, clinics, and community organizations to support clinical training and research opportunities

• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies

• Oversee the development and delivery of an innovative,holisticpsychiatriccurriculum

• Teach medical students using evidence-based instructional methods, including case-based and small-group learning

• Support student coaching, mentoring, and professional development in clinical and academic settings

• Collaborate with other faculty and clinical educators to integratemental health-centeringcontent across the curriculum

• 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 student and faculty participation in community outreach and service-learning programs

• Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education

• Engagein clinical practice(strongly encouraged)

• Promote a culture of research and scholarship

• Support faculty and student research

• Seek external funding opportunities and partnerships to enhance research initiatives

• Ensure ethical and regulatory compliance for research activities

• DOor MDdegree with board certification in related specialty

• At least five (5) years of experience in medical education, residency training, or faculty leadership

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving…