ABOUT THEUNIVERSITY

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 45years.  

The University is building the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine, or theIllinoisCOM, 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 aRegional Assistant DeanThis role is part of a broader strategy to expand medical education access in underserved or regional areas, in partnership withthe IllinoisCOMChicago campus and other health professions programs. It blends academic leadership with community engagement toensure the program meets both educational and community health needs.

The Regional Assistant Deanis a part-time position(0.60 FTE)based intheLos Angeles, Californiageographic region. This positionwill report to theSeniorAssociate Dean of ClinicalAffairs   

PRINCIPLEDUTIES

Program Development & Curriculum Delivery

• Assistin creating and implementingmedical school curriculum for theclinical yearsatthe Californiaregional campus.

Collaboration

• Work closelywith the main campus Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education, the Office of Clinical Education, and other health professions programs.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build andmaintainrelationships with governmental, philanthropic, community, and health system leaders to support academic and clinical opportunities

• Recruit preceptors in the region toassistin the supervision and education ofIlliniosCOMmedical students.
  

Community Integration

• Partner with local institutions to integrate the regional campus intoIllinoisCOM

Educational Oversight

• Facilitate the delivery of the curriculum under theIllinoisCOMCurriculum Committee’s guidance, ensuring alignment with educational standards.

Administrative Support

• Contribute to budget management, program planning, and committee assignments asneeded
  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in medicine management or related field;preferablya medical degree (MD/DO) with clinical and administrative experience

• Minimum 5 years of program development, medical education, or related administrative experience

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives; familiarity with medical education frameworks and accreditation standards