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Open Rank Faculty (non-tenure) Immunology
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
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 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Feb 26, 2026 | |
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Open Rank Faculty (non-tenure) Immunology Open Rank Faculty (non-tenure) - Immunology Hiring Department: Department of Health Sciences Education Location: Rockford, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039461 Posting Close Date: Monday, April 27, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT) Salary: The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $90,000 to $160,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate medical educator with experience teaching immunology and microbiology to graduate-level or health sciences students. This individual will play a critical role in teaching foundational knowledge in these disciplines and collaborating with clinicians to address medically important immunology and foundational microbiology 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 immunology and foundational microbiology, and infectious disease 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. Develop and administer assessments to measure student learning, including performance on tests, quizzes, and standardized exams. Provide mentorship, individualized academic support, and constructive feedback to students. Collaborate with faculty across multiple disciplines to integrate basic and clinical sciences within the curriculum. Actively participate in faculty development initiatives to enhance instructional techniques and learning strategies. Engage in scholarly activities, including curriculum innovation, educational research, and dissemination through publications or presentations. Participate in departmental meetings, campus and college committees, and accreditation-related activities to support institutional goals. Contribute to the College of Medicine's mission through community outreach, interdisciplinary collaborations, and service-related initiatives. Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Fullest consideration deadline: Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT) The search committee will review applications received by this date for early action. Final deadline: Monday, April 27, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT) Applications received through this date will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19087?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6ff19c10246762409e83cc83ce9d1c0c | |