Chair, Psychiatry (Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Psychiatry)

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 12, 2024
Chair, Psychiatry (Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Psychiatry) Chair, Psychiatry (Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Psychiatry) Hiring Department: Department of Psychiatry Location: Rockford, IL USA Requisition ID: 1028271 Posting Close Date: 12/9/2024 About the University of Illinois Chicago Located on the University of Illinois Chicago Health Sciences Campus in Rockford, Illinois, the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford educates medical students, master of science in medical biotechnology students, family medicine residents and fellows. Community-based education through a network of affiliated healthcare partners in Rockford, across Illinois and around the world provides rich clinical experiences for students. UICOMR is also home to a robust research enterprise supported by the Office of Research and is a leader in serving underserved communities through its National Center for Rural Health Professions. With a commitment to community engagement and social responsibility, UICOMR offers an environment where employees can make a difference while living in an affordable mid-size city with plenty of year-round cultural and recreational activities. Position Summary The Chair of the Department of Psychiatry shall provide leadership of the Department, including all educational, clinical, research, and outreach activities of the Department. The Chair will represent the Department in College leadership to the University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine and with the Community. The Chair will oversee the education of our medical students in the pre-clinical and clinical phases of their education primarily through guidance of the clerkship director and recruitment of community-based faculty to participate in medical education. The Chair will oversee the research activities of the community-based department. The Chair will provide leadership in developing new programs to assure quality in meeting the clinical and educational commitments of the Department. The Chair will recruit, advise, and develop high-quality faculty and encourage research, curriculum development, and other scholarly activities. The Chair will interact with other department heads/chairs to facilitate inter-departmental programs involving other clinical disciplines and other health professions within this College and internationally. The Chair will have ongoing clinical responsibilities at a partner healthcare institution. Duties & Responsibilities In administering the academic activities of the Department, the Chair will be responsible to the Regional Dean of the College of Medicine at Rockford. For activities based at a partner healthcare facility, the Chair will be responsible to the Chief Medical Officer of the health system. The full-time position is structured so that the candidate will maintain and build a clinical practice at one of the partner institutions in a part-time role and will develop clinical teaching for the medical students at that site. The Chair shall be responsible for the Departmental budgets and, in consultation with appropriate committees, be responsible for all Departmental staff, the allocation of facilities, the care and distribution of Departmental property, and the expenditure of Departmental funds. The Chair shall annually consult with and counsel each faculty member of the Department regarding the nature and scope of his/her work, academic and professional development, and career goals. The Chair shall serve as a member of committees of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford, the College of Medicine, the University, and committees in the community, as appropriate. The Chair shall work with other disciplines and units in the promotion of interprofessional education as well as community-based education, research, and service to effectively serve the local community. The Chair will work with community and state-wide psychiatrists to participate in the clinical education and training of medical students. The Chair must qualify for appointment to the medical staff of partnering health system(s). Minimum Qualifications M.D./D.O. degree with Board Certification in Psychiatry (Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry, etc.) Licensed or license-eligible to practice medicine in Illinois and must meet the criteria for faculty appointment at the University. Candidate must also be able to maintain privileges at a partner healthcare institution. The Chair must be experienced in clinical teaching and/or administration at either the undergraduate or graduate level. The Chair must have demonstrated experience, skills and knowledge in health care administration. Experience in a clinical, research or academic leadership role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education. Preferred Qualifications The Chair should be experienced in developing and implementing curricula for medical students or graduate medical education. The Chair should be an active participant and representative of the College of Medicine in the appropriate scientific and educational organizations of peers and colleagues dedicated to advancing Psychiatry and medical education. The Chair should have a visible presence in the community, representing the Department and the College as a resource to the public media, interest groups and in public service. The Chair will have a demonstrated history of leadership in research endeavors, resulting in publications in refereed journals with a potential to attract extramural funding. To apply, please include a cover letter, CV, and list of three professional references with your application. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Looking for more University of Illinois positions? 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