Instructor CHS - Perfusion Technology-CHS - Part-time-30477

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rush benefits

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking an instructor to deliver high-quality instruction in the Perfusion Technology-CHS program. You will be responsible for lectures, labs, student advising, and assessment activities, aligning content with accreditation standards and program needs.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in a health-related field, have teaching experience, and be skilled with learning management systems.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a health-related or relevant field.
• Relevant professional experience in the candidate’s field (clinical, administrative, or applied work).
• Foundational teaching experience (guest lectures, labs, or course assistant) with potential for effective teaching and instructional design.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to mentor and support students effectively.
• Willingness to participate in college and university service.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses including lectures, labs, and practical instruction.
• Develop and maintain course content aligned with current accreditation standards and best practices in health sciences education.
• Design instructional materials, assessments, and learning activities to support student outcomes.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students throughout the program.
• Participate in student recruitment and admissions activities, including interview days and information sessions.
• Serve on program, college, or university committees assigned.
• Contribute to curriculum improvement and course evaluation efforts.
• Engage in professional development to remain current in the field and with instructional methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Program Director.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Mentoring students

Education

Master’s degree in a health-related or relevant field

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Perfusion Technology-CHS

Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0.5 and 0.89)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $40.00 - $75.00 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Job Summary

The instructor contributes to the academic mission by delivering high-quality instruction, engaging in curriculum development, and supporting student success. Instructors are assigned specific courses based on their expertise and experience and are responsible for the preparation and delivery of lectures, labs, student advising, and assessment activities. Annual responsibilities are determined by the Department Chair or Program Director, based on program needs. This position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a health-related or relevant field
• Relevant professional experience in the candidate’s field of expertise (e.g., clinical, administrative, or applied work).
• Foundational teaching experience (e.g., guest lectures, labs, course assistant) with demonstrated potential for effective teaching and instructional design.
• Demonstrated potential for effective teaching and instructional design.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to mentor and support students effectively.
• Willingness to participate in college and university service.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Familiarity with accreditation standards for health sciences programs

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses including lectures, labs, and practical instruction as applicable.
• Develop and maintain course content in alignment with current accreditation standards and best practices in health sciences education.
• Design instructional materials, assessments, and learning activities to support student outcomes.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students throughout the program.
• Participate in student recruitment and admissions activities, including interview days and information sessions.
• Serve on program, college, or university committees assigned.
• Contribute to curriculum improvement and course evaluation efforts.
• Engage in professional development to remain current in the field and with instructional methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Program Director.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.