Anatomy & Embryology Course Director (Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor)Hiring Department: Department of Health Sciences Education
Location: Rockford, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1041308
Posting Close Date: Monday, July 6, 2026, at 6:00 pm (Central Daylight Time)
Salary: 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.
About the University of Illinois ChicagoUIC 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.
Located 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.
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.
Position SummaryThe University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford (UICOMR) seeks an innovative educator for a full-time faculty position in Anatomy and Embryology and course direction. Candidates will need to collaborate closely with talented individuals in the fields of anatomy and embryology and others across the UICOM campuses, including Rockford, Chicago, and Peoria. The selected individual will work collaboratively to develop course materials and strategize innovative methods for teaching. The selected individual will teach all components of anatomy and embryology at the basic level needed for first and second-year medical students to prepare for the practice of clinical medicine. The selected individual will also have administrative responsibilities such as coordinating with other courses, generating appropriate evaluation tools, and serving as course director for an integrated discipline course. Candidates will have the option to participate in research throughout the college.
Duties & Responsibilities - Develop teaching material for medical anatomy and embryology with instructional delivery of basic principles needed for the practice of clinical medicine. Must be able to teach all systems within anatomy and embryology, including neuroanatomy.
- Participate in teaching, facilitating, and otherwise delivering content through lectures, laboratory sessions, online, and other learning activities.
- Collaborate with other UICOM sites on course schedules, materials, exams, and educational planning for the disciplines of anatomy and embryology.
- Participate in workgroups to design innovative ways for teaching curricular content within the disciplines of anatomy and embryology.
- Oversight of anatomy lab operations, including compliance with all safety regulations and required ethical practices.
- Coordinate and direct the annual anatomy service of gratitude event.
- Serve as a director for an integrated medical school pre-clinical course on either the local or college-wide level as assigned.
- Serve on local and college-wide committees to contribute to the college's mission.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Ph.D. OR MD/DO or its foreign equivalent.
- Previous experience teaching anatomy and embryology or related courses.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborative team player 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 safe and inclusive environment.
Preferred Qualifications - Terminal degree in Anatomy or Embryology.
- Previous experience teaching collegiate/medical anatomy and embryology or related courses.
- 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.
To apply, include a cover letter, CV, and list three professional references.
We willbegin reviewing applications on or around Monday, June 22, 2026, with fullconsideration given to those received by this date. However, we continue towelcome 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 forearly 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 andreviewed until finalist candidates have been identified.
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.
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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.
