What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Rank Faculty (non-tenure) – Immunology & Microbiology position at University of Illinois College of Medicine?
About the College of Medicine RockfordLocated on the University of Illinois Chicago Health Sciences Campus in Rockford, Illinois, the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford educates medical students, master of science in medical biotechnology students, family medicine residents and fellows. Community-based education through a network of affiliated healthcare partners in Rockford, across Illinois and around the world provides rich clinical experiences for students. UICOMR is also home to a robust research enterprise supported by the Office of Research and is a leader in serving underserved communities through its National Center for Rural Health Professions. With a commitment to community engagement and social responsibility, UICOMR offers an environment where employees can make a difference while living in an affordable mid-size city with plenty of year-round cultural and recreational activities. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary
We are seeking a passionate medical educator with a proven record of teaching excellence in microbiology and immunology. This individual will play a critical role in teaching foundational knowledge in these disciplines and collaborating with clinicians to address medically important microbiology and immunology in medicine. The ideal candidate is dedicated to helping medical students achieve their fullest potential by fostering a nurturing, supportive, and safe learning environment—one that empowers students to engage, take risks, and openly address gaps in their knowledge without fear.
Duties & Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deliver high-quality, engaging instructional materials in microbiology, infectious disease, immunology, immunopharmacology, and rheumatology.Implement evidence-based teaching strategies that foster active learning, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement.Connect foundational science concepts to clinical practice, helping students understand how knowledge translates to patient care.Maintain course content that is current, research-informed, and aligned with curriculum objectives.Utilize assessment data and student feedback to continuously improve instructional effectiveness and learning outcomes.Serve as a Course Director, managing course planning, delivery, and evaluation with a focus on continuous improvement.Coordinate with faculty across Rockford, Chicago, and Peoria campuses to ensure alignment and consistency in course content and assessments.
We are seeking a passionate medical educator with a proven record of teaching excellence in microbiology and immunology. This individual will play a critical role in teaching foundational knowledge in these disciplines and collaborating with clinicians to address medically important microbiology and immunology in medicine. The ideal candidate is dedicated to helping medical students achieve their fullest potential by fostering a nurturing, supportive, and safe learning environment—one that empowers students to engage, take risks, and openly address gaps in their knowledge without fear.
Duties & Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deliver high-quality, engaging instructional materials in microbiology, infectious disease, immunology, immunopharmacology, and rheumatology.Implement evidence-based teaching strategies that foster active learning, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement.Connect foundational science concepts to clinical practice, helping students understand how knowledge translates to patient care.Maintain course content that is current, research-informed, and aligned with curriculum objectives.Utilize assessment data and student feedback to continuously improve instructional effectiveness and learning outcomes.Serve as a Course Director, managing course planning, delivery, and evaluation with a focus on continuous improvement.Coordinate with faculty across Rockford, Chicago, and Peoria campuses to ensure alignment and consistency in course content and assessments.
