Faculty Specialty Advisor, Child Neurology

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science • North Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Faculty Specialty Advisors at Chicago Medical School help students understand the scope, training pathway, and career opportunities within their specialty. The Child Neurology Faculty Specialty Advisor serves as a resource to students interested in Child Neurology, helping them explore the specialty and identify experiences that support their professional goals. The advisor meets with students individually and in small groups to discuss training, career pathways, clinical and extracurricular opportunities, and other aspects of pursuing a career in the specialty. The advisor also helps students identify activities and experiences that may strengthen their preparation for residency and future careers. Regular training and support sessions are provided. Advising activities may be conducted remotely or in person.

This position is not eligible for regular employee benefits. RFU employees may accrue personal leave in accordance with Illinois law and may make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.

The position is with Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, a six-college graduate health sciences university dedicated to interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals. Chicago Medical School emphasizes patient-centered care, early clinical contact, a supportive learning environment, and education in a diverse, supportive, and interprofessional setting.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• Submit an official transcript for the highest degree earned and for the highest clinical degree earned, if different and relevant to the position.
• Achieve satisfactory results from a background check.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and basic science faculty.
• Dedication to educating a diverse body of future physicians.
• Understanding of interprofessional medical education implementation methods.
• Communicate in a timely fashion via email, phone, or in person.
• Have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Give M1/M2 students an introductory session about Child Neurology, covering life in the specialty, average hours worked, salary, training, number of residencies, general competitiveness, and steps to prepare for the specialty.
• Attend available interest sessions.
• Develop a resource list highlighting possible mentors, research opportunities, and professional organization information.
• Meet one-on-one with students as needed during M1/M2 years.
• Meet as a group with students interested in the specialty during the M3 year.
• Meet one-on-one with M3 students in the spring who have decided to apply to the specialty; confirm their understanding of the specialty, suggest M4 rotations, and provide strategies for obtaining letters of recommendation.
• Meet one-on-one with M4 students to review residency program selection and application strategy, personal statements, and noteworthy characteristics; conduct mock interviews as requested and write letters of recommendation as needed.
• Attend monthly faculty meetings.
• Attend student class meetings.
• Attend faculty training on student advising.
• Meet one-on-one with the Assistant Dean for Career and Specialty Advising every other month.

Benefits

• Personal leave accrual in accordance with Illinois law.
• Eligibility to make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree