Faculty Specialty Advisor, Med/Peds

Pay: $3500 per year

Position Summary

Faculty Specialty Advisor – Med/Peds

Faculty Specialty Advisors at Chicago Medical School help students better understand the scope, training pathway, and career opportunities within their specialty. The Med/Peds Faculty Specialty Advisor will serve as a resource to students interested in combined Medicine-Pediatrics training and careers, helping them explore the specialty and identify experiences that support their professional goals.

The Faculty Specialty Advisor will meet with students both individually and in small groups to discuss Med/Peds training, career pathways, clinical and extracurricular opportunities, and other aspects of pursuing a career in the specialty. The advisor will also help students identify activities and experiences that may strengthen their preparation for residency and their future careers.

Regular training and support sessions will be provided to Faculty Specialty Advisors. All advising activities may be conducted remotely or in person. 

While this position is not eligible for our regular employee benefits, all RFU employees are eligible to accrue personal leave in accordance with IL law. All RFU employees are also eligible to make unmatched contributions to voluntary supplemental pre-tax and post-tax retirement plans.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) is a six-college graduate health sciences university dedicated to the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals. Chicago Medical School, the original college of the six, has been educating physicians and furthering biomedical research for more than 100 years. Established in 1912, the founders built a combined medical school and hospital where working men and women could study medicine at night. 

As a community-based institution, CMS students experience a variety of clinical environments and models; including, inner-city and suburban hospitals, the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center that serves U.S. military personnel, as well as private clinics and practice settings. Training focuses on positioning patients at the center of care and as an active member of the healthcare team. During student didactic training, CMS’ simulation labs allow students to sharpen their interactive and communication skills and develop critical reasoning. Students have early clinical contact, experience a supportive environment, and can count on a faculty dedicated to student success.

Faculty and staff are passionate about CMS’ mission to educate physicians and scientists dedicated to providing exemplary, compassionate patient care, and excellence in scientific discovery within a diverse, supportive, and interprofessional environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

M1/M2 year:

M3 year:

 (approx. 1-2 hours per student)

M4 year:

 (approx. 3 hours/student)

Administrative duties

Required Education & Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

EOE, Including Disability / Vets