Associate Director of PreHealth Academic and Professional Development

The Carle Illinois College of Medicine seeks an Associate Director of PreHealth Academic and Professional Development to join our collaborative team in the Office of Academic Affairs. This position is an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills to a medical school that is revolutionizing the future of medicine and be a part of building the future of health care. We encourage you to apply and be part of a supportive team that contributes to the mission success of the college.

The Carle Illinois College of Medicine embraces the university’s commitment to creating a diverse and talented community of students, faculty and staff, which is essential to fulfilling its mission and vision. Carle Illinois actively promotes an inclusive environment in which students, faculty and staff can learn, teach, research and serve. For detailed information on our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please visit: Mission | Carle Illinois College of Medicine | Illinois.

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Job Summary

The Associate Director of PreHealth Academic and Professional Development will provide academic support for Carle Illinois pre-health students, with a specific focus on the Carle Illinois Postbaccalaureate Program. This will include co-developing and co-teaching a three-part Professional Development course that will be a required component of the Carle Illinois Postbaccalaureate Program. These courses will equip students with essential skills and strategies for successfully navigating the medical school admissions process, excelling in their training, and securing competitive residency placements. Through these courses and individual mentoring activities this position will support students in building strong academic and extracurricular profiles, identifying meaningful service and research opportunities, and crafting compelling application materials including personal statements, CVs, and recommendation letters.

This position will work with the postbaccalaureate program development team to develop the educational content for three Professional Development courses in alignment with the course objectives and deliver the courses.

The curriculum for these courses and the associated program is overseen and subject to review by the Carle Illinois College of Medicine Graduate Curriculum Committee and the Office of Academic Affairs. Course Instructors are required to be familiar with the mission, vision, and values of CI MED and adhere to relevant policies. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, with programmatic oversight provided by the Postbaccalaureate Program Director.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Biological Sciences, Higher Education, or other relevant fields.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in educational training, educational counseling, higher education administration, education, or related experience. A PhD or EdD (including ABD) in a related field may be substituted for work experience.
• Experience conducting educational workshops and seminars with both large audiences and small groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Biological Sciences, Higher Education, or other relevant fields.
• 3-5 years of experience in educational training, educational counseling, higher education administration, education, or related experience. A PhD or EdD (including ABD) in a related field may be substituted for work experience.
• Experience supporting students from a variety of backgrounds and educational experiences.
• Experience mentoring students over virtual platforms.
• Experience with data visualization, dashboarding, and advanced statistical analysis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to foster a supportive, inclusive, and professional learning environment for students from a variety of backgrounds and educational experiences.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support program goals.
• Ability to communicate complex academic and professional development concepts clearly and effectively.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Monday April 13, 2026. Required application materials include: cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three professional references. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

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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.

This position is intended to be Employee Benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [email protected]