Position Summary

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics invites applications for non-tenured faculty at the rank of teaching assistant professor, teaching associate professor or teaching professor with expertise in teaching the basic principles of Biochemistry and Pharmacology required for the clinical practice of medicine. We seek an innovative, energetic, experienced educator who will develop curriculum, teach, and assess within the College of Medicine, primarily students in Phase 1, the first 19 months of medical school.  They may also be involved with more senior students for revisiting basic science content with a view towards its clinical applications. This position will collaborate with excellent clinical and basic science educators in biochemistry, pharmacology and related disciplines on the Rockford, Peoria and Chicago campuses and may serve as a course director for an integrated organ segment block. This 12-month, full-time faculty position will function as the departmental resource on medical student education and will report directly to the head of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and indirectly to the associate dean for medical education within the College of Medicine. 

Duties and Responsibilities

* Developing teaching material for medical pharmacology and biochemistry content that incorporates clinically relevant principles. Must be able to teach biochemistry and pharmacology related to all organ systems at a level relevant to M1 and M2 students.

*Teaching using multiple methods of pedagogy, including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, and team-based learning.

*Using the optimal instructional techniques for content delivery in person and online, including the use of educational modules, videos, virtual reality and other modalities promoting interactive learning

* Co-directing integrated basic science modules with clinical faculty.

* Working collaboratively with faculty from other basic science/clinical science departments and campuses to implement curriculum, including course schedules, materials, and exams. Participating in pharmacology and biochemistry discipline teams to create new content and revise content to optimize learning outcomes.

* Serve as a director for an integrated medical school pre-clinical course on either the local or college wide level as assigned.

*Responding to student and peer evaluations of individual teaching and course content and participating in creation of course reports as part of continuous quality improvement.

* Developing various formative and summative assessment tools, including NBME-style multiple choice questions.

* Participating in faculty development programs to enhance teaching and educational skills of faculty within and outside the department. Where appropriate, the ideal candidate may lead faculty development activities.

* Engaging in scholarship related to the medical education focus of the department and academic related service.  

* Providing relevant academic service on local and college wide committees.

* Participating in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics faculty meetings and serve on the graduate education committee to provide input on biochemistry education.

*Participating in the broader educational programming offered by the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics and other basic science departments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. OR MD/DO or its foreign equivalent.
• Previous experience in teaching collegiate/medical school pharmacology, biochemistry or related courses with evidence of strong educational effectiveness
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative team player characteristics with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn about instructional technologies including: Box, Google suite, Microsoft, Zoom, and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard).
• A demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or related fields
• Experience with administrative responsibilities in an educational or clinical setting
• Demonstrated relevant educational scholarship
• Knowledge or experience with LCME (Liaison Committee on Medical Education) requirements
• Previous experience as a course director.
• Interest in innovative teaching strategies.

Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae, a cover letter and names of three references via the University electronic application process. To be fully considered for this position, you must apply by the posting close date, August 13^th, 2025.

The previously determined salary range for this position was $80,000 to $120,000 annually. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications and budget constraints. 

?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.

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment.

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