Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

Compensation: $3,200 per course based on experience.

Position Summary

The College of Health Professions, Department of Lifestyle Medicine, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Lecturer to teach online courses in Lifestyle Medicine for the graduate level Lifestyle Medicine master’s degree and certificate programs. Position requires the lecturer to be a content expert in the topic of lifestyle medicine and a healthcare professional and a licensed or registered health care professional. The position requires developing and presenting material in the department approved online format as well as assessing student performance. The lecturer will also advise students on their progress in the course and program based upon program expectations and interact with other program faculty and administrators related to program matters. This is a remote position.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan, which includes an 8% employer contribution after two years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. Part-time staff who work at least 18.5 hours a week are eligible for up to 15 prorated days of vacation / paid leave, 15 pro-rated sick days, and holiday pay (if regularly scheduled to work on a University holiday), plus 2 floating holidays.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA. 

Today, the university’s 6 colleges continue Dr. Franklin’s legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and teach online courses in lifestyle medicine. 
• Edit course materials as required to keep course content current.
• Facilitate and evaluate student learning in the online environment. 
• Advise students as needed related to progress in the program or courses. 
• Keep the department chair/program director appraised of any matters related to student performance, progress or course delivery. 

Required Education & Experience

• Clinical doctoral degree or terminal doctoral degree in a healthcare field. Examples include MD, DPT, DPM, OTD, DNP, DSc, PhD, EdD, PharmD, etc.
• Related experience in lifestyle medicine as it applies to lifestyle medicine patient education and/or clinical practice.
• Board Certified by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine or American College of Lifestyle Medicine  
• Experience in undergraduate or graduate academic teaching either in person or online 
• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to develop and teach lifestyle medicine content that emphasizes the six pillars in an online platform. Knowledge of and experience with content of courses as assigned. Strong communication skills in the virtual environment. Ability to utilize technology and online learning management systems required for teaching. 

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree and hold related healthcare professional credentials with previous online teaching experience. 
• Experience with student performance assessment in the online environment. 
• Experience teaching in the area of Lifestyle Medicine

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

EOE, Including Disability / Vets