29 jobs found in Downers Grove

Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure-Track, Physician Assistant Studies Midwestern University’s College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove, Illinois, invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor, Physician Assistant Studies.  The mission of the Midwestern University Physician Assistant (PA) Program is to develop competent, compassionate, and professional physician assistants who will make a positive impact on their patients, community, and the PA profession. The MWU PA Program values the unique life experiences and perspectives each student contributes to our program. We believe cultural humility improves patient outcomes, and we are committed to ensuring our students are well-equipped to provide patient-centered care to all of the populations they may serve. Health equity and education on health care disparities are integrated into the Program curriculum to prepare students to serve diverse populations and address the health care needs of all...

Position Summary The Administrative Coordinator provides professional, efficient, and high-quality administrative support to the Physician Assistant (PA) Program. This role is also responsible for the coordination and organization of the PA Program’s Clinical Skills Laboratory. The Administrative Coordinator works closely with program leadership, faculty, students, and external partners and reports directly to the Program Director. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for students by greeting and assisting them in the program office. Answer, screen, and respond to program phone calls and general inquiries. Order, organize, and maintain program office supplies. Coordinate and assist with contracts for adjunct faculty in collaboration with program faculty. Schedule and coordinate adjunct faculty lectures conducted on campus. Coordinate all visitor requests related to the PA Program....

Summary The Sr. Research Specialist provides essential research support to the He Laboratory on an NIH-funded project under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI). The successful candidate will contribute to the design and execution of research experiments, data collection and analysis, and the preparation of figures, presentations, and manuscripts based on the research findings. This position reports directly to the Principal Investigator. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Independently designs, executes, and optimizes standard biochemical experiments (e.g., Western blotting, qRT-PCR, immunohistochemistry), ensuring high-quality and reproducible results. Maintain transgenic mouse colony. Proficient in handling mice and performing drug administration, behavioral testing, and tissue dissection & harvesting, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Provides training and supervision to students and junior research staff, fostering...

Summary The Research Assistant is a grant-funded position and will be assisting in a research laboratory. Duties will include participation in analytical work (e.g., HPLC/LCMS) and experimental work (e.g., cells, rodents, etc). This position reports to a Principal Investigator/Professor.      Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work is performed under direct supervision by the Principal Investigator or a senior member of the lab. Perform a wide variety of standard research procedures in the animal and analytical laboratory with supervision, following established procedures and protocols Track results, compile data using appropriate formats and graphs, and analyze data with training and supervision Enter data and review for accuracy Maintains an accurate laboratory notebook Adheres to laboratory safety procedures Assists in standard maintenance of the laboratory Obtains quotes and performs ordering and receiving duties for lab supplies Trains...

Summary The Animal Resources Technician is responsible for the care and maintenance of the Animal Research Facilities.  Some direction in job responsibilities may also be provided by the consulting veterinarian and the Associate Director, Research Operations.  This position reports to the Supervisor of Animal Resources.  This individual will be required to work weekends and holidays on a rotation basis.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintaining animal resources in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations pertaining to laboratory animals; Updating knowledge on current federal, state and local regulations and where to obtain additional or current regulatory information; Observing or detecting alterations in animal room environment including temperature, air exchange and light cycles; Recognizing common signs of clinical illness in laboratory animals; Providing husbandry care of laboratory animals in a safe and sanitary manner using...

Summary The Security Officer is responsible for the security of the University and its property and may be scheduled to work on holidays and weekends.  The position reports to the Security Shift Supervisor.  The hours for this position are Thursday- Monday from 11:30 pm- 8:00 am.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities Patrol University property on foot, bicycle, and vehicle, to identify hazardous conditions, take corrective measures to reduce or eliminate inappropriate behavior. Contact and coordinate with Downers Grove police as needed. Respond to calls for service, including but not limited to, locking/unlocking classrooms, offices, dorms, medical suites, exam rooms and buildings. Provide motorist assistance for dead batteries and provide emergency medical response utilizing patient assessment to contact EMS or if necessary, utilize cardio pulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator and basic first aid. Conduct investigations, prepare written...

Summary The Admissions Counselor serves as a front-line ambassador for Midwestern University, guiding prospective students through the admissions process and representing MWU at recruitment events. Reporting to the Director of Admissions and working closely with the Associate Director, this role combines personalized engagement with data-driven recruitment strategies, academic program management, application review, and event planning. Counselors ensure an inclusive, compliant experience while driving enrollment goals and contributing to strategies that support institutional success. In this position, predictable in-person attendance is required; some evening/weekend hours during peak recruitment cycles. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Student Advising & Recruitment Advise prospective students on programs, requirements, and next steps. Lead campus tours and info sessions (in-person and virtual). Respond promptly to inquiries and maintain accurate CRM...

Summary The Patient Account Representative is one of a team of Patient Account Representatives who are responsible for performing a variety of front office procedures.  The position reports to the Assistant Manager of Patient Accounts for the Midwestern University Dental Medicine Clinic. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Greet and direct patients and visitors Perform registration/check-in processes, including but not limited to performing data entry activities, providing patients with appropriate information and intake forms, and obtaining necessary signatures. Calculate and collect patient liability according to verification of insurance benefits and expected reimbursement. Explain and provide financial policies and available resources for alternative payment arrangements to patients and their families. Enter payments in the practice management system and perform daily payment reconciliation in a timely and accurate manner, including balancing of the cash...

Summary The Medical Assistant will help establish, maintain, and provide daily patient care and support to the Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinics – Family Medicine Clinic providers.  This person is responsible for working within a team to assist providers in delivering outstanding medical care, including preventive medicine, health maintenance, and chronic care management. The Medical Assistant will provide exceptional customer service at all times. This position functions in a supportive capacity for clinic staff and physicians.  This individual must be flexible to work the scheduled clinic hours to ensure complete office coverage.  This position reports to the Medical Director. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Duties Demonstrates excellent computer skills and becomes an “expert user” of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. Answers phones, checks fax and portal messages, and routes these messages to the appropriate team...

ASSOCIATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR AND TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION The College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University - Downers Grove Campus invites applications for a full-time Associate Program Director and Tenure-Track Academic Faculty position in the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) graduate program. The Associate Program Director reports directly to the Program Director. This is a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment. Academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Responsibilities: Develop and provide leadership for a distance education program mirroring the curriculum of the in-person program. Prepare all accreditation documents for submission, as needed, for the distance education program. Oversee the development of the courses, the quality of the delivery, and all assessments. Work closely with the program director to ensure all resources are available for development. Provide insight into the program’s marketing and...

Summary The Postdoctoral Fellow will participate in research programs of the college and is intended to be a maximum of a 3 year appointment (2-3 years is typical). It is required that the individual develops or participates in a research program that leads to publications and grants for external funding and supports the mission of the college. It is expected that the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will assist students, research assistant, research specialist and faculty with research activities and maintenance of college laboratories. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plan and develop a research project that supports the mission of the college. Participate in planning and designing of experiments followed by conducting experiments in the research project. Perform analysis of the data generated and prepare presentation of the data for publications and grants. Write manuscripts and grants on the above project. Guide and assist students, associates and faculty...

The OMS4 program director oversees the OMEDD 1801 OMS-IV core rotation and its educational aspects. They oversee the didactics, testing and day-to-day activities of the course. This includes an in-person orientation on the first day of the rotation, a Wednesday didactic program and a competency based practical exam at the end of the month. They work closely with the OMM scholars and other OMM faculty in the development and deployment of the course offerings. They also review and update the curriculum in coordination with the Department Chair. The program director provides instruction and table training during Wednesday OMM Skills Labs. The program director communicates effectively and meets regularly with class liaisons, struggling students, and the education specialist to address student needs. The program director represents the department and University professionally in all academic and clinical settings. Primary Responsibilities Role: OMS4 program director Students,...

Summary The Dispensary Assistant provides support in the dispensary and receiving area.  The Dispensary Assistant is responsible for dispensing, collecting, processing, and providing general care for dental instruments, equipment, and all supplies used in the Dental Clinic.  The position reports to the Supervisor of Dispensary for the Dental Clinic and must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the dispensing of all disposable and fixed assets such as instruments, equipment and dental products to the Practice Assistants, students and clinical faculty members as needed with a professional demeanor. Fill internal orders for the Dental Institute by utilizing the axiUm Inventory software. Process external orders which include obtaining and submitting invoices, entering UPC and product codes, updating pricing, dispensing back orders, track expiration dates, and returning of defective...

The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty should have earned a DDS/DMD degree, having a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general dentistry. S/he should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty must be eligible for and obtain licensure in the state of Illinois and must be able to obtain an unrestricted DEA license.  Reporting to the Associate Dean for Clinical Sciences, the Clinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the patient clinic, supervising all areas of general dentistry. Interact positively with students, treating all students as future colleagues. Demonstrate dental procedures on patients to students as needed. Be competent treating patient in all areas of general dentistry. Be a positive role model for students in professionalism. Have strong clinical experience in the use of CAD/CAM dentistry and lasers, being competent in...

Summary The Practice Assistant in the College of Dental Medicine – Illinois (CDMI) assists the dentist and student dentists in examining and treating patients. The Practice Assistant in the Dental Institute is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the CDMI’s clinics, including the coordination of materials, equipment, and supplies, answering patient phone calls, scheduling patient appointments, and retrieving and relaying patient phone messages to students and faculty. Incumbents in this position work in multiple areas within the CDMI’s clinics on a rotational and/or specific assignment-based system. The Practice Assistant in the Dental Institute reports directly to the Practice Assistant Supervisor and must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Job Functions Professionalism & Collegiality Model and ensure professional and collegial behavior Maintain a positive working environment Provide an environment...

Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for the position of Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the new Midwestern University Chicago College of Veterinary Medicine, located in Downers Grove, Illinois.  The University is planning on an inaugural class of 130 veterinary students to matriculate in the fall of 2028.  This is a faculty position at the level of assistant or associate professor.  Rank will be commensurate with experience. This individual will be committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of academic abilities. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs reports directly to the Dean. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs is responsible for oversight of all academic activities within the DVM curriculum to ensure alignment with the academic mission of the College and the accreditation standards established by the AVMA/COE. This individual is responsible for integration of competency-based education and assessment...

The Department of Physiology, College of Graduate Studies at Midwestern University (MWU; Downers Grove IL; http://www.midwestern.edu ) invites applications for a full time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, have completed at least two years of post-doctoral training, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. A strong background in general physiology is required, however preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching human renal and/or respiratory physiology. Being capable of effectively teaching animal physiology is desirable. A successful candidate must demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching and a strong commitment to educating future health-care professionals. The physiology faculty team-teach in both discipline-specific and integrated basic science courses that serve students pursuing master’s degrees in biomedical sciences, and professional degrees...

The Department of Pharmacology at Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level.  Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in pharmacology or a closely related field, at least two years of post-doctoral experience, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and research.  The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the delivery of team-taught pharmacology courses that meet the needs of several health care graduate programs, including osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, and veterinary medicine.  Applicants are expected to participate in course administration as well as service activities within the university and the general scientific community. Applicants are expected to establish an independent research program capable of attracting extramural/NIH funding.  Field of research is...

The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty should have earned a DDS/DMD degree, having a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general dentistry. S/he should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty must be eligible for and obtain licensure in the state of Illinois and must be able to obtain an unrestricted DEA license.  Reporting to the Associate Dean for Clinical Sciences, the Clinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the patient clinic, supervising all areas of general dentistry. Interact positively with students, treating all students as future colleagues. Demonstrate dental procedures on patients to students as needed. Be competent treating patient in all areas of general dentistry. Be a positive role model for students in professionalism. Have strong clinical experience in the use of CAD/CAM dentistry and lasers, being competent in...

Midwestern University’s College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove, Illinois invites applications for the position of Program Director, Assistant or Associate Professor, Physician Assistant Studies. The Program Director provides leadership for academic, clinical, and research activities within the PA program, promoting high standards in teaching excellence, clinical experiences, student success, and research productivity. The position requires a forward-thinking, innovative leader who can build capacity and manage a high-capacity team. The position is predominantly administrative, so teaching is limited. The Program Director reports directly to the Dean of the College of Health Sciences (CHS). This is a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment. Academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Responsibilities: Perform all duties of the Program Director as described in the ARC-PA Standards. Ensure the program is adhering to all ARC-PA...

Summary The He Lab in the Precision Medicine Program at Midwestern University (Downers Grove) is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow to join our research program focused on chronic pain and addiction pharmacology. The anticipated start date is November 1, 2025, with an appointment duration of up to four years, renewable annually. The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to work on our project related to chronic pain and opioid pharmacology. Your responsibilities will be, including but not limited to, designing and carrying out experiments, presenting research results in oral presentations, drafting manuscripts, and mentoring graduate and professional students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Design and carry out experiments Report findings, in oral and written forms, and draft manuscripts Maintain detailed and accurate experimental records for publication and reporting purposes Participate in weekly lab meetings, journal clubs and campus-wise seminars...

The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty should have earned a DDS/DMD degree, having a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general dentistry. S/he should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty must be eligible for and obtain licensure in the state of Illinois and must be able to obtain an unrestricted DEA license.  Reporting to the Associate Dean for Clinical Sciences, the Clinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the patient clinic, supervising all areas of general dentistry. Interact positively with students, treating all students as future colleagues. Demonstrate dental procedures on patients to students as needed. Be competent treating patient in all areas of general dentistry. Be a positive role model for students in professionalism. Have strong clinical experience in the use of CAD/CAM dentistry and lasers, being competent in...

The Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty must have earned a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent.  A minimum of 3 years of experience in a general dental clinical practice is preferred.  The completion of a post-doctoral General Dentist Residency or training is preferred.  The candidate should have strong clinical expertise in the use of CAD/CAM technologies.  It is preferred that the Preclinical Faculty have some minimal level of teaching experience at an academic health center.  This individual should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities.  Reporting to the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education, the Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the simulation clinic, supervising the development of hand skills in all areas of general dentistry Interact positively with students, treating all students as future colleagues. Be competent in teaching and demonstrating all...

Responsibilities:   Candidates are expected to be highly knowledgeable in the field of Ophthalmology, with particular interest in anterior segment and cataract care. The candidate must also be able to provide direct patient care and clinical instruction to professional students as well as residents, and be involved in interdisciplinary practice with other educational professionals. Candidates must be willing to actively participate in curricular assessment, professional development, student counseling and service activities within the college, university and the scientific community. Successful candidates are also expected to be involved in research and scholarly activities, and have a sincere commitment to optometric education, community service and patient care. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: a)    Teaching Developing and delivering lectures and/or laboratories for ophthalmology and surgical techniques, as assigned; Embracing and enhancing the...