Division Chief, Infectious Diseases (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 Division offers exceptional opportunities for clinical care,research, and education and outstanding faculty who engage in multidisciplinarycollaborations, funded research, and close partnerships with community-basedagencies.

A key strength of the Division is its active engagement withtraditionally underserved populations designed to address diverse healthdisparities.

The Division is part of a vibrant and growing Department ofMedicine that prioritizes collegiality, diversity, integrity, compassion, andinnovation.

The successful candidate will lead the Division of Infectious Diseases’clinical, scholarly, educational, and service missions while working closelywith the College of Medicine and the University of Illinois Hospital andClinics (UI Health).

We seek an outstanding candidate at the rank of AssociateProfessor or Professor (rank commensurate with qualifications) with a record ofextramural funding, program of research, and evidence of collaboration,mentoring, and clinical service.

The candidate must have excellent leadershipskills to support and grow the division and advance its commitment to diversityand inclusion.

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, aCarnegie Research 1 institution, and the largest university in Chicago.

UIC isthe only Chicago-based institution and one of two universities from the Stateof Illinois that was named by Campus Pride to its Best of the Best list ofLGBTQ friendly colleges and universities in the nation.

UIC is ranked #7 BestBang for the Buck out of 384 Midwest universities by WashingtonMonthly’s annual College Guide, #3 of top large colleges in the Midwest byWall Street Journal, and #14 on the Best Values list according to the WallStreet Journal / Times Higher Education rankings.

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

UICcomprises one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and isdesignated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American andNative American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a HispanicServing Institution (HSI).

UIC has the 2nd largest medical school in thecountry and the largest number of students from underrepresented minoritygroups.

The UIC College of Medicine is located in the Illinois Medical Districtthat includes the eight UIC health science colleges and several other publicand private medical centers.

The clinical enterprise of UI Health includes a445-bed tertiary hospital, 21 outpatient clinics, 11 federally qualified MileSquare Health Center locations, and a new Specialty Care Building.

Located near downtown Chicago, UIC offers easy access to world-class culturaland scientific resources.

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 fortenure system and one for non-tenure system. Candidates may apply to one orboth postings where qualified by submitting a CV and application.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Responsibility : We believe ouremployees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are a powerfulcontributor to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive andreach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization andour patients.

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