Description
Job Title: Anatomy & Embryology Course Director
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford is seeking a full-time faculty member as an educator of Anatomy and Embryology and course director for first and second-year medical students.
Candidates will be responsible for delivering teaching material on basic principles needed for the practice of clinical medicine in anatomy and embryology. Candidates will need to collaborate closely with other anatomy and embryology faculty across the college to develop course materials and strategize innovative methods for teaching content. The selected individual must be able to teach all components of anatomy and embryology at a level relevant to an M1 and M2 student. The selected individual will also have administrative responsibilities, including coordinating with other courses, generating appropriate evaluation tools, and serving as a course director for an integrated discipline course on the local campus. Candidates will have the option to participate in research throughout the college based on interest. The successful candidate will engage in curriculum development and integration with the clinical sciences, working collaboratively with like-minded and talented individuals across the University of Illinois College of Medicine campuses, which include Rockford, Chicago, and Peoria.
The University of Illinois College of Medicine, with its regional campuses, is one of the largest medical schools in the United States. The University offers outstanding opportunities for developing its students, faculty, and staff. Rockford, a progressive mid-sized metropolitan area in northern Illinois, is located approximately 85 miles west of Chicago. The city features an award-winning park system, several gardens showcasing diverse flora and landscapes, a prominent art museum along with other art-related attractions, a vibrant theater scene, a revitalized downtown, a river walk, a minor league hockey team, numerous golf courses, affordable living, a diverse dining scene, and convenient access to other major Midwest cities.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D., or MD/DO, or its foreign equivalent. A degree in anatomy and embryology is preferred. Previous experience in teaching collegiate or medical school courses is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits:
The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $110,000 to $180,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
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.
Application Instructions
To apply, visit https://go.uic.edu/RockfordJobs, include a cover letter, CV, and list three professional references.
We will begin reviewing applications on or around Monday, June 22, 2026, with full consideration given to those received by this date. However, we continue to welcome applications until Monday, July 6, 2026.
Fullest consideration date: Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:00 pm (Central Daylight Time)
The search committee will review applications received before this date for early action.
Final date: Monday, July 6, 2026, at 6:00 pm (Central Daylight Time)
Applications received through 7/6/26 at 600 p.m. CDT will be accepted and reviewed until finalist candidates have been identified.
The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
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 Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.
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 review our non-discrimination statement and additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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.
