Chief, Pediatric Pulmonology & Program Development

Rush University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 279,000 - 393,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL, seeks a Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology to lead the development of a new clinical division within the Department of Pediatrics. The role emphasizes entrepreneurship, strategic program development, and building a robust academic and clinical program.

The successful candidate will recruit faculty, mentor team members, advance clinical care, education, and research, and collaborate across pediatric subspecialties in a diverse urban setting.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Illinois required.
• Completion of an accredited pediatric pulmonology fellowship.
• Board certification in pediatric pulmonology.
• Credentials meriting an Associate Professor or Professor appointment.
• Ongoing research achievement, community engagement, and educational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, innovative, and operational leadership with an entrepreneurial mindset for program development in an academic setting.
• Build and lead a new Pulmonology Division within the Department of Pediatrics, establishing clinical programs, workflows, and infrastructure.
• Recruit one additional pediatric pulmonologist to support continued growth.
• Be responsible for clinical and academic performance as the division matures, including faculty mentorship.
• Demonstrate a strong record of collaborative leadership and commitment to excellence in clinical care, research, innovation, and academic service.
• Develop vision for expanding clinical services, educational programs, and research initiatives in an urban, diverse academic environment.

Education

MD or DO

Pediatric Pulmonology fellowship

Board Certification in Pediatric Pulmonology

Associate Professor or Professor credentials

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL, seeks a Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology to lead the development of a new clinical division within the Department of Pediatrics. The role emphasizes entrepreneurship, strategic program development, and building a robust academic and clinical program.

The successful candidate will recruit faculty, mentor team members, advance clinical care, education, and research, and collaborate across pediatric subspecialties in a diverse urban setting.