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The Chicago School is hiring an Academic Coordinator for the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) to support assessment and academic operations within the Chicago campus. The role reports to the Director of Academic Operations and collaborates closely with faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders to build and administer assessments.
ABOUT THE POSITION •
In‑person position at The Chicago Campus, with limited remote work opportunities. •
Anticipated start date: January 1, 2026.
RESPONSIBILITIES Academic Support
Assist faculty with preparation and posting of course materials.
Coordinate course activities through tracking of deadlines, scheduling of rooms, assignment of students, and faculty support.
Track attendance records to ensure students meet course requirements.
Coordinate pre/post‑course, department, and committee meetings—prepare agendas and track action items.
Support integration of Canvas, Acuity, and other curriculum platforms.
Assist faculty and course directors in uploading materials correctly and timely to Canvas.
Assessment Support
Support faculty in developing high‑quality exam items aligned with learning objectives and licensure standards.
Coordinate construction, review, and finalization of exams with course directors.
Manage logistics for in‑person and online assessments to ensure a smooth testing process.
Implement best practices in assessment security and integrity.
Maintain a secure item bank with appropriate metadata and performance statistics.
Support scheduling and make‑ups of assessments as part of the COM Operations Team.
Student Academic Success
Facilitate data collection and reporting to support early intervention systems and student self‑evaluation.
Generate outcome reports to inform academic development plans.
Provide support during COM faculty training.
Communicate assessment results and performance trends to faculty.
Monitor progress of students in remediation programs through targeted assessments.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, health, or a related discipline.
Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with faculty on assessment development.
Ability to communicate with faculty and staff at all levels.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience developing and administering examinations in higher education.
Experience in medical education assessment or health professions testing.
Familiarity with COCA accreditation standards related to student assessment.
Experience with exam software platforms and related question banks.
Experience with secure testing procedures and exam integrity protocols.
Understanding of competency‑based assessment in medical education.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Hourly base compensation: $23.08–$28.21 (equivalent to $45,000–$55,000 annually). Additional compensation factors may apply.
COVID‑19 vaccination is required for all employees per CDC guidance.
Additional benefits include paid time off, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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ABOUT THE POSITION •
In‑person position at The Chicago Campus, with limited remote work opportunities. •
Anticipated start date: January 1, 2026.
RESPONSIBILITIES Academic Support
Assist faculty with preparation and posting of course materials.
Coordinate course activities through tracking of deadlines, scheduling of rooms, assignment of students, and faculty support.
Track attendance records to ensure students meet course requirements.
Coordinate pre/post‑course, department, and committee meetings—prepare agendas and track action items.
Support integration of Canvas, Acuity, and other curriculum platforms.
Assist faculty and course directors in uploading materials correctly and timely to Canvas.
Assessment Support
Support faculty in developing high‑quality exam items aligned with learning objectives and licensure standards.
Coordinate construction, review, and finalization of exams with course directors.
Manage logistics for in‑person and online assessments to ensure a smooth testing process.
Implement best practices in assessment security and integrity.
Maintain a secure item bank with appropriate metadata and performance statistics.
Support scheduling and make‑ups of assessments as part of the COM Operations Team.
Student Academic Success
Facilitate data collection and reporting to support early intervention systems and student self‑evaluation.
Generate outcome reports to inform academic development plans.
Provide support during COM faculty training.
Communicate assessment results and performance trends to faculty.
Monitor progress of students in remediation programs through targeted assessments.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, health, or a related discipline.
Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with faculty on assessment development.
Ability to communicate with faculty and staff at all levels.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience developing and administering examinations in higher education.
Experience in medical education assessment or health professions testing.
Familiarity with COCA accreditation standards related to student assessment.
Experience with exam software platforms and related question banks.
Experience with secure testing procedures and exam integrity protocols.
Understanding of competency‑based assessment in medical education.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Hourly base compensation: $23.08–$28.21 (equivalent to $45,000–$55,000 annually). Additional compensation factors may apply.
COVID‑19 vaccination is required for all employees per CDC guidance.
Additional benefits include paid time off, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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