Director of Clinical Education

Job Description:

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY 

The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 40 years. 

As an employee at The Chicago School, you can become a member of an inclusive community committed to excellence. At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come.   

The University is building the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine, or the IllinoisCOM (applicant status – seeking accreditation), anticipated to open for its first class of students in summer 2026 with a mission to train exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.   

 

ABOUT THE POSITION 

The Chicago School is hiring a Director of Clinical Education to serve as a critical leader in assisting the Department of Clinical Education (Director) in developing and maintaining clinical training for IllinoisCOM students in the 3rd and 4th years of medical education.   The Director role offers a unique opportunity to lead the integration of clinical experiences and academic rigor, ensuring the development of competent, compassionate, and patient-centered physicians. Responsible for managing partner relationships, overseeing clinical rotation quality, and ensuring accreditation compliance, the Director will navigate affiliation agreements, expand clinical rotation opportunities, supervise administrative staff, and develop educational programs for students. This pivotal role requires meticulous attention to detail to maintain current agreements and ensure alignment with clinical education goals. Join us in shaping the future of medical education and empowering students to excel as compassionate healthcare professionals. 

The IllinoisCOM is located in Chicago, IL. This is initially a hybrid role but will shift to being in-person full-time on our Chicago campus before the matriculation of the first cohort in August of 2026. Travel to support clinical site development, program management, and accreditation activities is required and can vary in frequency as these activities vary throughout the year. The Director will report to the Associate Dean of Clinical Education Affairs 

 

 

 

 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES: 

Partner Relationship Management and Clinical Rotation Quality Control 

• Ensure the IllinoisCOM’s educational and administrative obligations to our partner hospitals/clinical sites are accomplished per established affiliation agreements. 

• Interface with partner hospitals and clinical sites to ensure students meet onboarding requirements before beginning a rotation. 

• Assist the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs in coordinating, collecting, and documenting data and information related to meeting clinical education accreditation requirements. 

• Visit affiliate hospitals and clinical sites to meet with students and academic and administrative staff consistent with accreditation requirements. 

• Work with affiliated hospitals' academic and administrative staff to expand rotations and create new opportunities for core clerkship and fourth-year students. 

• Serve as the point of contact with hospital systems or clinical offices considering or establishing new core or elective rotations. 

• Work with physicians and medical staff offices of partner hospitals and affiliated sites and the IllinoisCOM Department of Clinical Education to ensure proper credentialing of teaching staff. 

Student and Department Staff Management 

• Supervise all administrative staff in the Department of Clinical Education.      

• Develop and deliver educational programs for pre-clerkship students to aid in their transition to core and fourth-year clinical clerkships 

• Serves as a point of contact for all preclinical students regarding the clinical years of training and shadowing opportunities. 

• Create and maintain a student handbook regarding clinical education matters 

• Create and maintain an elective guide for 3rd and 4th year students. 

Affiliation Agreement Management 

• Serve as the point of contact for the academic and legal teams at partner hospitals related to clinical affiliation agreement matters. 

• Ensure all affiliation agreements are current. 

• Review all affiliation agreements to document clinical education requirements appropriately. 

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in a related field  

• Five (5) years of experience in clinical education at an LCME or COCA-accredited medical school. 
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience with diverse populations, awareness of one’s attitudes, beliefs, biases, and assumptions about others, and a record of respect and openness towards people whose social and cultural background is different from one’s own.  

• The ability to create an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment within the college. 

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.  

• Exceptional skill at analyzing a situation, distilling a problem, providing feedback, and designing and implementing effective solutions that support an organization’s overall mission and strategic mission.  

• Exceptional time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.  

• Experience with an array of technology platforms. 

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

This opportunity is budgeted at $65,000-$95,000 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. 

 

DISCLAIMER 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 

 

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $65,000 - $95,000 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.