Lecturer, Master of Science in Biomedical Informatics

The Graham School and UChicago Professional Education are currently seeking qualified applicants for a part-time lecturer position to teach in our Master of Science in Biomedical Informatics. Current University faculty and staff, as well as professionals working in relevant positions outside of the University, are eligible to apply.  Courses are held in person at our downtown Chicago campus.

Demand for more sophisticated health information systems and medical research methodologies is rapidly growing due to advances in technology, the volume of available health data, and policy initiatives. With a high premium placed on improved delivery of care, therapeutics, and outcomes. The skills students acquire in the Master of Science in Biomedical Informatics prepare them to master the foundation of informatics and develop solutions to address these growing needs and current healthcare challenges. Applicants must have relevant experience in biomedical informatics, clinical care, medical research, or practical experience in health care related fields.

The program currently operates on a quarterly schedule, in an evening and weekend format, with classes held weekly, 9 or 10 weeks of instruction per quarter. 

Core Courses

• MSBI 31100: Introduction to Biomedical Informatics
• MSBI 31200: Leadership and Innovation for Informatics
• MSBI 31300: Concepts in Computer Programming
• MSBI 31500: Ethics and Policy Questions: Genomics, Healthcare and Big Data
• MSBI 31800: Introduction to Applied Data Analysis

Elective Courses

• MSBI 31600: Advanced Concepts in Computer Programming
• MSBI 32000: Intermediate Applied Data Analysis
• MSBI 32100: HIT Integration, Interoperability Standards
• MSBI 32200: Big and Little Data in Healthcare
• MSBI 32300: Decision Support Systems & Health Care
• MSBI 32400: Introduction to Bioinformatics
• MSBI 32500: Advanced Bioinformatics: Genome Analysis
• MSBI 32600: Geographic Information Systems and Health Information
• MSBI 33100: Population Health Informatics
• MSBI 33200: Machine Learning for Biomedical Informatics
• MSBI 33400: Topics in Healthcare Delivery Science

Capstone Courses

• MSBI 39901: Capstone Project Proposal
• MSBI 39902: Capstone Project Implementation

MSBI 39903: Capstone Project Writing & Presentation

Develop syllabus including weekly class schedule, learning objectives, discussion topics, reading assignments, and assessment plans using grading rubrics.

Develop Canvas Learning Management System course site.

Develop and deliver in-class content (i.e., lectures, activities, group projects).

Develop asynchronous content which supplements the in-class learning experience (recorded lectures, discussion board content, project, and research work).

Develop assignments to minimally include mid-term, final assignments, and course participation grade.

Grade assignments and return comments and grades to students via the learning management system in a timely manner.

Attend all weekly in-person and/or remote synchronous sessions.

Hold weekly office hours to coincide with the course schedule.  Instructors are expected to spend at least 3-6 hours per week meeting with students outside of the classroom experience.

Attend quarterly instructor meetings coordinated and hosted by program staff.

Work with the program director and other program instructors to ensure consistency across class sections and participate in curriculum reviews.

Participate in Capstone Project process as scientific advisor.

Participate in co-curricular programming (i.e., guest lectures, instructor/student events).

Supplemental asynchronous content and remote synchronous instruction methods must be developed and planned in conjunction with Graham School and UChicago Professional Education online instructional design and/or teaching and learning teams and approved by the program.

After initial review of applications, candidates may be requested to submit a course proposal.

Qualified applicants must have a graduate-level degree in a relevant field, PhD and/or MD is preferred. Candidates with prior teaching experience and/or relevant practical experience are strongly preferred. For related course descriptions and additional program information, please visit the MSc Biomedical Informatics website .

All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity .

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email [email protected] with their request.