Hiring Department: Department of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025878 (Tenure System Faculty) and 1024877 (Non-Tenure System Faculty)
Posting Close Date: September 3, 2024 (For Fullest Consideration, apply by July 31, 2024)
The Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois Chicago invites applications and nominations for a Chief for the Division of Infectious Diseases. The Division offers exceptional opportunities for clinical care, research, and education and outstanding faculty who engage in multidisciplinary collaborations, funded research, and close partnerships with community-based agencies. A key strength of the Division is its active engagement with traditionally underserved populations designed to address diverse health disparities. The Division is part of a vibrant and growing Department of Medicine that prioritizes collegiality, diversity, integrity, compassion, and innovation.
The successful candidate will lead the Division of Infectious Diseases’ clinical, scholarly, educational, and service missions while working closely with the College of Medicine and the University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics (UI Health). We seek an outstanding candidate at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (rank commensurate with qualifications) with a record of extramural funding, program of research, and evidence of collaboration, mentoring, and clinical service. The candidate must have excellent leadership skills to support and grow the division and advance its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The Division Chief’s Responsibilities Are As Follows

• Recruit, oversee and mentor a team of ID specialists with expertise in general ID, transplant ID, infection prevention, outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy, HIV, addiction medicine, telehealth, mobile health and global health.
• Work with community members and stakeholders to strengthen Division activities.
• Serve as attending physician for resident- and fellow-supported inpatient and outpatient services.
• Supervise advanced care practitioners, fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Create and implement a vision for interdisciplinary and translational research.
• Enhance, build, and participate in Divisional programs, including our well-established Ryan White HIV clinics.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to nurture and grow a vibrant and engaged ID Fellowship Training Program.
• Contribute to shaping the future of trainees in our 155 - person Internal Medicine residency program, and growing ID fellowship program.
• Advance the learning environment for medical students.
• Actively engage in national, federally funded cutting-edge clinical research to treat and prevent COVID-19, HIV and other infectious diseases.
• Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines related to infectious diseases and infection control.
• Manage the division's budget, ensuring financial sustainability and resource allocation for various programs and initiatives.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for the division, aligning with the broader goals of the Department of Medicine and university.
• Lead and support efforts in securing grants and funding for research and program development.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes within the division.
• Promote community outreach and programs related to infectious diseases and prevention strategies.
• Foster faculty development through mentoring, training, and supporting professional growth opportunities.
• Facilitate collaboration with other departments and disciplines to promote integrated and comprehensive patient care.
• Encourage and implement innovative clinical practices and technologies to improve patient care and outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional policies related to infectious diseases.
• Promote and support the publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the division and the broader medical community.
• Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines related to infectious diseases and infection control.
• Manage the division's budget, ensuring financial sustainability and resource allocation for various programs and initiatives.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for the division, aligning with the broader goals of the Department of Medicine and university.
• Lead and support efforts in securing grants and funding for research and program development.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes within the division.
• Promote community outreach and programs related to infectious diseases and prevention strategies.
• Foster faculty development through mentoring, training, and supporting professional growth opportunities.
• Facilitate collaboration with other departments and disciplines to promote integrated and comprehensive patient care.
• Encourage and implement innovative clinical practices and technologies to improve patient care and outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional policies related to infectious diseases.
• Promote and support the publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the division and the broader medical community.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (DO)
• Unrestricted State of Illinois Physician/Surgeon License or eligible to obtain upon offer
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
• Board Certified in Infectious Diseases
• Regional or national recognition is expected

There are two postings that exist for the Division Chief search, one for tenure system and one for non-tenure system. Candidates may apply to one or both postings where qualified by submitting a CV and application.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Responsibility: We believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are a powerful contributor to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our patients. We warmly welcome all candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and personality.
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