Division Chief, Infectious Diseases (Non-Tenure System Faculty)

Description :

The Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois Chicago invitesapplications and nominations for a Chief for the Division of InfectiousDiseases.

The Divisionoffers exceptional opportunities for clinical care, research, and education andoutstanding faculty who engage in multidisciplinary collaborations, fundedresearch, and close partnerships with community-based agencies.

A key strengthof the Division is its active engagement with traditionally underservedpopulations designed to address diverse health disparities.

The Division ispart of a vibrant and growing Department of Medicine that prioritizescollegiality, 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 ofMedicine and the University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics (UI Health).

Weseek an outstanding candidate at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor(rank commensurate with qualifications) with a record of extramuralfunding, program of research, and evidence of collaboration, mentoring, andclinical service.

The candidate must haveexcellent leadership skills to support and grow the division and advanceits commitment to diversity and inclusion.

UIC is among the nation’s preeminenturban public research universities, a Carnegie Research 1 institution, and thelargest university in Chicago.

UIC is the onlyChicago-based institution and one of two universities from the State ofIllinois that was named by Campus Pride to its Best of the Best list of LGBTQfriendly colleges and universities in the nation.

UIC is ranked #7 Best Bangfor the Buck out of 384 Midwest universities by WashingtonMonthly’s annual College Guide, #3 of top largecolleges in the Midwest by Wall Street Journal, and#14 on the Best Values list according to the Wall Street Journal / Times HigherEducation rankings.

UIC has more than 34,000 students, 14,100+ faculty and staff, 16 colleges,and Illinois’ major public medical center. With more than $509 million inannual research expenditures, UIC ranks among the leading universities infederal research funding.

UIC comprises one ofthe most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a MinorityServing Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American PacificIslander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution(HSI).

UIC has the 2nd largest medical school in the country and thelargest number of students from underrepresented minority groups.

The UICCollege of Medicine is located in the Illinois Medical District that includesthe eight UIC health science colleges and several other public and privatemedical centers.

Theclinical enterprise of UI Health includes a 445-bed tertiary hospital, 21outpatient clinics, 11 federally qualified Mile Square Health Center locations,and a new Specialty Care Building.

Located near downtown Chicago, UIC offers easy access toworld-class cultural and scientific resources.

The Division Chief’s responsibilitiesare 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 forthe 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 CVand application.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and SocialResponsibility : We believe our employees’ diversebackgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are a powerful contributor to createan inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximumpotential while adding value to both our organization and our patients.

Wewarmly welcome all candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age,sexual orientation, gender identity, and personality.