Associate/Professor-Pediatric Ophthalmology (Section Chief)

UIC; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 320,000 - 370,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks an Associate/Professor in Pediatric Ophthalmology (Section Chief) to lead education, clinical services, and scholarly activity in Peoria, IL.

The role requires leadership in program development, teaching medical students and residents, and expanding ophthalmology services within the department of Pediatrics. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years ophthalmology residency and 1-year AAPOS approved pediatric ophthalmology fellowship.
• Board Certified in Ophthalmology.
• Eligible for licensure in Illinois.
• 3-5 year Clinical experience in the field of pediatric ophthalmology.
• Experience in teaching medical students and residents in the area of pediatric ophthalmology.
• Leadership experience in program development.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective education programs in Pediatric Ophthalmology for medical students and residents.
• Stimulate and nurture scholarly activity within the Division and strengthen current research portfolio.
• Expand clinical service program to meet regional needs.
• Develop a vision for expansion and growth of current clinical services.
• Provide leadership to support the faculty in the Division of Ophthalmology to achieve excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.
• Sustain an existing collaborative environment for other subspecialists and facilitate high-complexity patient care.
• Support quality improvement efforts and safety initiatives within the Division and Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
• Direct and conduct research in Pediatric Ophthalmology.
• Provide care for patients with Ophthalmologic diseases; offer consultations and ambulatory care.
• Collaborate with ancillary services to ensure high-quality, patient- and family-centered care.
• Perform duties of a university faculty member including committees and curriculum development.
• Perform other related duties and special projects.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Education

Ophthalmology residency

AAPOS pediatric ophthalmology fellowship

Board Certification in Ophthalmology

Illinois medical licensure

Clinical pediatric ophthalmology experience 3–5 yrs

Job description

Associate/Professor-Pediatric Ophthalmology (Section Chief)

Peoria, IL, United States

1041624

Posted on: 6/15/2026 - Application Deadline: 9/10/2026

Associate/Professor-Pediatric Ophthalmology (Section Chief)

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1041624

Posting Close Date: 9/10/2026

Salary:$320,000 to $370,000 per year

TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates forthe position(s) of Associate/Professor-Pediatric Ophthalmology (SectionChief) in the Department ofPediatrics
Aboutthe University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of oneof the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known forhaving small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMPstudents to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with ourhospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to morethan 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medicaleducation and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physicianresidents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include JumpSimulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, alongwith OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois and CarleHearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute withtranslational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology.
Learnmore about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helpingto transform healthcare here: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/ .

• This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a pediatric ophthalmologist with a track record in healthcare leadership and program development for the position of Section Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology
Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective education programs in Pediatric Ophthalmology for medical students and residents. Collaborate with other faculty in maintaining excellence in general pediatric education.
• Stimulate and nurture scholarly activity within the Division and strengthen current research portfolio.
• Expand clinical service program to meet regional needs.
• Develop a vision for expansion and growth of current clinical services.
• Provide leadership to support the faculty in the Division of Ophthalmology to achieve excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.
• Sustain an existing supportive and collaborative environment for other subspecialists thus facilitating programs that care for high complexity patients.
• Support quality improvement efforts and safety initiatives within the Division and Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
• Direct and conduct his/her own research in Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Provide care for patients with Ophthalmologic diseases admitted to Children’s Hospital of Illinois, consultation and support to other services and manage patients in ambulatory clinics.
• Collaborate with other ancillary services to provide high quality, safe, and individualized patient, and family centered care.
• Perform duties of a university faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development and administration
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years ophthalmology residency and 1-year AAPOS approved pediatric ophthalmology fellowship.
• Board Certified in Ophthalmology
• Eligible for licensure in Illinois
• 3-5 year Clinical experience in the field of pediatric ophthalmology
• Experience in teaching medical students and residents in the area of pediatric ophthalmology

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience in program development

The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $320,000 to $370,000 per year.

Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.