Office of Faculty Affairs and Development
Office of Faculty Affairs & Development
Carle Illinois College of Medicine supports the growth and professional development of all faculty members throughout their careers and acts as a liaison to ensure effective administration within academic departments.
Our Vision
Our goal is for you, as a valued faculty member, to thrive in your academic career.
We accomplish this through advocacy, communication, and education.
Professional Development for Current Faculty
Carle Illinois offers a wide range of faculty-development opportunities designed to support your career, contributions to advancing health care, and improve patient care.
What We Offer
Carle Illinois College of Medicine offers a wide range of faculty-development opportunities, each designed to advance your academic career.
Monthly Lunch & Learn Sessions
Faculty engagement and continued learning resources bring us together, encourage collaboration, and growth in our college.
Longitudinal Courses
Teaching Excellence in Academic Medicine, Academic and Healthcare Leadership Development Institute, Building Faculty Competency in Assessment Course
Coaching & Guidance
Providing personalized guidance, support, and feedback to empower faculty in their career growth and trajectory as it relates to appointment, promotion, and tenure.
Faculty Awards & Recognition
CI MED faculty are award winning in their areas of expertise nationally and globally. They are also recognized for their valued contributions to the college. Learn more.
Research Mentor Program
Our students and faculty are passionate about conducting and publishing clinical and scholarly research that will shape the future of medicine.
Benefits:
- Research Advancements
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Community Health Improvement
- Innovation and Technology Transfer
- Improved Patient Care
Our Priorities
By prioritizing advocacy, communication, and education the Office of Faculty Affairs and Development creates an atmosphere in which all faculty members can thrive in their academic pursuits.
Advocacy
We increase opportunities for all faculty members to succeed and find satisfaction in their work. By training, educating, and empowering leaders who promote the development of others, we craft a culture of wellness and inclusivity. We facilitate an environment and infrastructure that promotes excellence and supports your lifelong professional development in instruction, research, skills, innovation, and entrepreneurship. We ensure faculty voices are heard in decision-making processes, and we celebrate excellence across disciplines and pursuits.
Communication
The Office of Faculty Affairs and Development is the faculty member’s first resource on issues including appointment, promotion, and tenure preparation, and policy questions. We work closely with individual faculty members and others to resolve their concerns, and we support departmental administrators in carrying out their responsibilities to our faculty.
Education
We work alongside faculty members to strategically establish individual career goals and plans, providing guidance and resources for career growth. CI MED’s evidence-based faculty and leadership development activities include workshops, longitudinal series, coaching, and mentorship. We also offer opportunities to learn and grow through direct, personal interactions with department chairs and faculty colleagues.
Interested in a CI MED Adjunct faculty appointment?
DEBORAH YOUNG, PharmD, BCPS, BCC
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Development
506 South Mathews Ave, Suite 180J
(217) 244-6674
facultyaffairs@medicine.illinois.edu
LYDIA ELLIOTT, EdD
Director of Faculty Development
506 South Mathews Ave, Suite 180I
(217) 244-6042
facultyaffairs@medicine.illinois.edu