Description
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford (UICOMR) seeks a full-time Neurology Clinical Educator to join our innovative and dynamic educational team. Reporting directly to the Department of Medicine and Medical Specialties Chairperson, this position combines clinical practice with Neurology education. The Neurology Clinical Educator will spend 50% of their time performing outpatient clinical work with one of UIC Rockford’s affiliated institutions, and 50% will be dedicated to Neurology Education.
In this role, the Neurology Clinical Educator will work directly with Phase 2 neurology clerkship students, providing one-on-one and small-group teaching to foster foundational neurology skills. Teaching responsibilities include precepting students in the applicant’s outpatient neurology practice, conducting observed history and physical evaluations with formative feedback, delivering small group lectures, teaching the neurology examination and diagnosis, and facilitating case presentations.
The Neurology educator will lead clerkship orientation, conduct mid-clerkship feedback sessions, assign grades, and collaborate with counterparts on the Chicago and Peoria campuses to ensure quality and consistency across programs. Additional responsibilities include attending committee meetings, contributing to curriculum development, and exploring new program opportunities such as sub-internships or electives in interventional or subspecialty neurology. Clinical responsibilities include precepting students and residents during outpatient neurology practice. Research opportunities are available.
Located approximately 85 miles west of Chicago, Rockford is a vibrant mid-sized metropolitan area known for its award-winning parks, diverse art and theater scene, revitalized downtown, minor league sports, affordable living, and a range of cultural and outdoor activities. With convenient access to major Midwest cities, Rockford offers an attractive quality of life and a rich environment for both professional growth and personal enjoyment.
The ideal candidate will hold an MD/DO or its foreign equivalent and be Board Eligible or board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Neurology at the time of hire. They must have an unrestricted Illinois license to practice medicine or be eligible to obtain one before starting. The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and contribute to an inclusive and respectful learning environment that values diversity and fosters collaboration. Visa sponsorship is available for this position, and the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford welcomes applications from eligible candidates who require sponsorship.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of neurology education at UICOMR and contribute to developing compassionate, highly skilled healthcare professionals. Learn more about faculty support and resources at https://faculty.uic.edu/.
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford offers a competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $250,000 to $350,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience while also considering internal equity.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
We will begin reviewing applications on or around Monday, March 10, 2025, with full consideration given to those received by this date.
Please include a cover letter, CV, and list of three professional references with your application.
- Fullest consideration date: Monday, March 10, 2025, at 5:00 pm (CST). The search committee will review applications received prior to this date for early action.
- Final date: Monday, April 28, 2025, at 5:00 pm (CST). Applications received through 4/28/25 will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
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. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.
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. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
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.
