CHIEF, DIVISION OF GERIATRIC AND PALLIATIVE MEDICINE

CHIEF, DIVISION OF GERIATRIC AND PALLIATIVE MEDICINE

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

The Department of Internal Medicine of the University of Michigan Health System invites applications from qualified gerontologists and / or palliative medicine experts to lead its Division of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine. The Division Chief position is a full-time appointment reporting directly to the Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine. This highly ranked division is comprised of roughly 45 faculty members, has robust NIH- and VA-funded research programs and operates a strong academic fellowship training program.  Responsibilities include overseeing clinical care delivery, promoting and building divisional research activities, and engaging in the training and professional development of students, house officers, fellows, and junior faculty.  Candidates must have an M.D., or equivalent degree, M.D. / Ph.D., and be eligible for appointment as a tenured associate or full professor at the University of Michigan.  Medical board-certification is required, and training in Geriatric Medicine and / or Hospice and Palliative Medicine is preferred. Desired qualifications include collaborative leadership and administrative experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, established track record in directing an active research program, and proven mentorship ability. A competitive package will be available to maintain and grow the Geriatric and Palliative Medicine Division. The full position profile is available here . Interested individuals should submit a curriculum vitae , cover letter describing career goals and reason for applying, and contact information, addressed to :

EVE KERR, MD, MPH

Kutsche Memorial Chair of Internal Medicine

Professor of Internal Medicine

Chief, Division of General Internal Medicine

Taubman Health Care Center

1500 E. Medical Center Dr., SPC 5364

Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5364

Or email : wlawler@med.umich.edu

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.