Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 2401318
Department: Family and Community Medicine CORE-SMS
Opening Date: 08/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
SMS/SWS#: 3724

Description

Serve as Clinical Director for the Lincoln Scholars Program Rural Medical Education Track
(LSP): Coordinate clinical rotations and activities within the curriculum. Advise and mentor
students of the LSP. Participate in scholarly activities and provide service to the profession and
University

Examples of Duties

I. TEACHING 55%
i. Coordinate supervised clinical experiences for students of the LSP.
ii. Advise students of the LSP and support their professional development.
iii. Assist with clinical curriculum planning, development, and implementation, and
assist with the evaluation of students.
iv. Coordinate didactic components of clinical courses and offer resource sessions in
areas of expertise.

II. SERVICE 15%
i. Participate in committee activities at Program, School, and University levels.
ii. Attend faculty/staff meetings, professional development activities, and retreats.
iii. Serve on LSP Committees as assigned.
iv. Assist with accreditation activities and assist in the development of program
policies as requested.

III. ADMINISTRATION 25%
i. Oversee the LSP clinical sites and facilitate student onboarding for clinical
rotations.
ii. Collaborate closely with other schools and colleges within Southern Illinois
University system. Act as liaison for the LSP to hospital systems and outpatient
clinical locations and recruit new clinical sites and preceptors.
iii. Assist the Director in ensuring Program compliance with University and School
standards and accreditation requirements.
IV. RESEARCH 5%
i. Contribute to the identification and implementation of appropriate research
projects and publications.
ii. Offer support to other faculty conducting research projects.
iii. Conduct research in areas of particular interest and present findings to the
learning community via publications/presentations.
iv. Attendance/presentation at state, regional and/or national professional meetings.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Doctor of Medicine / Doctor of Osteopathy Degree
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Three or more years of experience in an active clinical practice
• Clinical experience in a rural setting
• Post-secondary teaching experience

Supplemental Information

The budgeted annual salary range is $160,000 to $176,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. Additional incentive compensation may also be available for clinical work performed beyond the standard scope of responsibilities.
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

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Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

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