Overview Assistant Director of Student Development, UICOM-Rockford- Urban Health Program Location: Chicago, IL USA Position Summary The University of Illinois College of Medicine (UI COM) seeks an Assistant Director of Student Development to advance health equity and diversity in the physician workforce by providing holistic support for students underrepresented in medicine and first-generation college graduates. The role partners with UHP staff across UI COM campuses and Rockford’s Office of Student Affairs on projects related to inclusiveness, belonging, and community engagement. The selected candidate will develop and administer programs aligned with the College’s mission and Urban Health Program (UHP). Duties & Responsibilities Schedule one-on-one meetings with UI COM UHP students to discuss academic progress and performance. Provide support through academic intervention and remediation, learning programs, academic survival workshops, retreats, and counseling. Tailor resources to student learning styles and educational needs. Support incoming Rockford-bound medical students participating in the UI COM UHP Summer Pre-matriculation Program (SPP). Lead education-based initiatives that promote cultural competency and health equity awareness. Develop and deliver academic workshops on topics such as academic success strategies, career development, community engagement, research, and scholarship opportunities. Provide academic intervention for medical students in remediation. Organize programs for medical career exposure opportunities. Collaborate with Rockford’s Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on related projects. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in education, psychology, counseling, student affairs, nursing, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in higher education academic advising; experience in a medical school is preferred. Experience working with diverse medical or professional students. Commitment to helping students achieve personal and academic success. Demonstrated experience developing and/or implementing diversity and inclusion programming. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status, and complies with applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please view Required Employment Notices and Posters for information about non-discrimination, background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and E-Verify employment eligibility. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees upon request. Additional Information Posting covers extended deadline: October 9, 2025. Salary: budgeted range $60,000–$70,000. Posting ID: 1030922. Other: This is a full-time position in Higher Education. This description reflects responsibilities and qualifications as stated and does not imply duty limitations beyond the stated scope.

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