Foundational Sciences Faculty - Multidisciplined with Biostatistics

Job Description:

About The Position

The Department of Medical Education (DME) at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) is recruiting a full-time, non-tenure Foundational Sciences faculty member with experience to warrant a rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor to join an innovative and forward-thinking team in developing and delivering an interdisciplinary osteopathic medical curriculum. The ideal candidate will be a multitalented enthusiastic educator with broad subject matter expertise and experience to warrant broad applicability in our curriculum. Applicants with the ability to teach and perform biostatistics will be preferred in the selection process.

In addition to delivering innovative medical school education, the successful candidate will contribute to curricular development, serve as Course Director/Co-Course Director for foundational or organ system courses, contribute to program and University service, support research by providing statistical analysis for grants and research products, and pursue scholarly activities in support of the IllinoisCOM and Chicago School Mission. Successful recruits are expected to have a commitment to establishing a student-focused, value-based culture of Belonging, Radical Collaboration, Innovation, and Comprehensive Care.

About Us

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, or 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.
 

As an employee at The Chicago School, you can become a member of a university community committed to true inclusion and equity. At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come.
 

The University is building IllinoisCOM, anticipated to open for its first class of students in summer 2026 with a Mission to train exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.

Principal Duties

Teaching, Curriculum Development, and Student Success

• Participate in curriculum design, delivery, and evaluation to promote program excellence, student success, and continuous quality improvement
• Partner with operation personnel to facilitate curriculum delivery
• Promote innovative, evidence-based instructional methods and technologies
• Facilitate student coaching and ensure opportunities for student mentoring, scholarly activity and professional growth
• Represent the College in professional and community organizations and events
• Assist where needed with student recruitment and community outreach efforts
• Participate in college and University committees
• Research and Scholarly Activity

Service

• 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 amongst faculty and students
• Support faculty in securing external funding and resources for research
• Ensure research activities comply with applicable regulations and ethical standards
• Participate and collaborate in scholarly activities congruent with a faculty position 

Basic Qualifications

• Terminal degree (PhD, PharmD, DO/MD) in area of expertise,
• Expertise in teaching subject matter in post-secondary, graduate or medical education,
• Applicants with the ability to teach and perform biostatistics will be preferred. 

Position Details

• This opportunity is budgeted at $115,000 - $150,000 annually, base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation.
• The position is based on the Chicago, IL campus.
• While efforts are made to minimize the need, some work on weekends and travel may be expected.
• This role will report to the Chair of the Department of Medical Education. 
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. 

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $115,000 - $150,000 annually base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To 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, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: 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.