Internal Medicine Section Chief & Founding Faculty Leader

The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) is building its Department of Medicine and Primary Care with a founding faculty member for Internal Medicine. The role emphasizes education, leadership, curriculum development, and clinical partnerships in a patient-centered, osteopathic framework.

The successful candidate will oversee curriculum delivery, recruit and mentor faculty, and advance research and community engagement while supporting the mission of IllinoisCOM and The Chicago

Qualifications

• DO or MD degree with board certification in related specialty.
• At least five years of experience in medical education, residency training, or faculty leadership.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to collaborative, interprofessional education and the integration of osteopathic principles in training.
• At least five years of clinical practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for Internal Medicine within the IllinoisCOM.
• Lead curriculum development and assessment for the Internal Medicine rotations.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop faculty members within the department.
• Maintain partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and community organizations to support clinical training and research opportunities.
• Represent the College in professional organizations and events.
• Assist with student recruitment and community outreach efforts.
• Participate in college and University committees.
• Engage in clinical practice (strongly encouraged).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Interprofessional education

Osteopathic principles

Education

DO/MD degree

Board certification

Job description

The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) is building its Department of Medicine and Primary Care with a founding faculty member for Internal Medicine. The role emphasizes education, leadership, curriculum development, and clinical partnerships in a patient-centered, osteopathic framework.

The successful candidate will oversee curriculum delivery, recruit and mentor faculty, and advance research and community engagement while supporting the mission of IllinoisCOM and The Chicago