What are the responsibilities and job description for the Division Chief, Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism position at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
The Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health seeks an exceptional and visionary academic endocrinologist to assume the role of Division Chief of Endocrine, Diabetes and Metabolism. This influential role requires a strong clinician with a passion for clinical operations, a proven aptitude for change management, and a deep commitment to fostering growth in a clinical, educational, and research-driven environment.
As Division Chief, you will provide strategic and operational oversight, ensuring the division's clinical services deliver the highest standards of patient care while exploring innovative methods for improving efficiency and quality. This role requires a leader who values and promotes collaboration across disciplines, empowering faculty to excel in an inclusive and cohesive culture.
While a funded research portfolio is not a prerequisite, a successful candidate must be committed to nurturing and supporting the division’s robust research programs, including key research in diabetes, cancer metabolism, inflammation, and the biology of aging. In addition to overseeing clinical operations and supporting research, you will be a core contributor to our educational mission, sharing your expertise and mentoring learners to shape the next generation of medical professionals.
With a distinguished team of 21 faculty members and 17 advanced practice providers, the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at the University of Wisconsin-Madison helps people with diabetes, endocrine disorders and metabolic disease live their healthiest lives.
The Department of Medicine is the largest department in the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and the University of Wisconsin system. We have 11 subspecialty divisions; approximately 1500 faculty, staff, and learners; a $120M research portfolio (FY20); a nationally recognized residency program; 21 subspecialty fellowships; and a primary clinical affiliation with UW Health, the integrated health system of UW-Madison.
In pursuit of our vision of health and equity for all, we develop exceptional leaders who transform the world of medicine through scholarship, innovation and partnership. Building on core values of innovation, health equity, kindness, professional fulfillment, and impact in Wisconsin and beyond, together we propel today's trailblazers forward to create a healthier future for all.
Join our team and become part of a vibrant academic community that values diversity, individualized training, meaningful mentorship, and the pursuit of cutting-edge ideas. Enjoy unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with the brightest minds at UW and across the nation, in an environment that nurtures professional growth, enabling you to make a lasting impact on patient care and medical knowledge.
Qualifications
MD, DO or equivalent
Board Certified in Endocrinology is required. .Candidate is required to have or be eligible for a Wisconsin Medical License.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Candidate must be an acknowledged academic physician with demonstrated excellence in research, education and clinical care.
Must possess a record of scholarly achievements, outstanding leadership skills, professionalism and an ability to develop interdisciplinary, collaborative programs.
Candidates for Professor or Associate Professor rank (tenure-track or Clinical Health Sciences [CHS] track) must meet criteria for appointment at rank per University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for appointment and promotion on the respective track.
Madison, WI
Located on an isthmus between two lakes, Madison is the capital city of the state of Wisconsin. Fresh off being named Livability's best U.S. city to live in for 2022, it is the second largest city in the state, with a city population of approximately 260,000 and regional population of over 1 million.
Madison boasts beautiful scenery and plentiful year-round outdoor activities with its 260 parks, more than 200 miles of trails, 15,000 acres of lakes and 12 beaches. As the home of our state government and the flagship University of Wisconsin campus, it's also a hub of education and the arts. And as a city with a large community of young professionals, it offers vibrant restaurants, bars, and live music scenes.
