Faculty Specialty Advisor, Child Neurology

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

9d

About The Position

The Faculty Specialty Advisor – Child Neurology at Chicago Medical School helps students understand the scope, training pathway, and career opportunities in Child Neurology. The advisor serves as a resource to students interested in the specialty and helps them identify experiences that support their professional goals and preparation for residency and future careers. Advising includes individual and small-group meetings covering training, career pathways, clinical and extracurricular opportunities, and other aspects of pursuing Child Neurology. Activities may be conducted remotely or in person. Regular training and support sessions are provided. The position pays $3,500 per year and is not eligible for regular employee benefits. RFU employees may accrue personal leave in accordance with Illinois law and make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.

During M1/M2, the advisor introduces the specialty—including its work life, average hours, salary, training, residency numbers, competitiveness, and preparation steps—attends interest sessions when available, develops a student resource list, and meets individually with students as needed. During M3, the advisor meets with interested students as a group and individually with students planning to apply, confirming their understanding of the specialty and advising on M4 rotations and letters of recommendation. During M4, the advisor reviews application materials and strategy, reviews personal statements and noteworthy characteristics, conducts mock interviews when requested, and writes letters of recommendation as needed. Administrative duties include attending faculty and student class meetings and advisor training, and meeting periodically with the Assistant Dean for Career and Specialty Advising.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• Provide an official transcript for the highest degree earned and, if different and relevant, the highest clinical degree earned.
• 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 an introductory session about Child Neurology, including life in the specialty, average hours worked, salary, training, number of residencies, general competitiveness, and preparation steps.
• Attend interest sessions when available.
• Develop a resource list for students highlighting potential mentors, research opportunities, and professional organization information.
• Meet one-on-one with students as needed during M1/M2.
• Meet as a group with students interested in the specialty during M3.
• Meet individually with M3 students who have decided to apply to the specialty; confirm their understanding of the specialty and advise on M4 rotations and obtaining letters of recommendation.
• Meet individually with M4 students to review residency programs and application strategy, personal statements, and noteworthy characteristics.
• Conduct mock interviews as requested.
• Write letters of recommendation as needed.
• Attend monthly faculty meetings, student class meetings, and faculty training on student advising.
• Meet with the Assistant Dean for Career and Specialty Advising for 30 minutes every other month.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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