Open Rank Faculty (Hepatology)

UIC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a clinically oriented hepatologist at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor to grow our liver center and transplant program. An MD degree and clinical hepatology experience are required; transplant hepatology experience is a major plus.

The role manages end-stage liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver cancer in both inpatient and outpatient settings. UIC is a major liver transplant center expanding outreach, with travel to Hepatology Outreach

Qualifications

• MD degree (or equivalent) with experience in clinical hepatology.
• Board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology preferred.
• Clinical hepatology and liver transplant experience are valued.

Responsibilities

• Clinically-oriented hepatologist at the level of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor to grow our liver center and transplant program.
• Experience in transplant hepatology or separate fellowship for transplant is a major plus.
• Management of end‑stage liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver cancer constitutes a major part of our inpatient and outpatient practice.
• UIC is a large liver transplant center and is looking to expand its outreach substantially; travel to Hepatology Outreach Clinic sites will be included in the Clinical Program.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Clinical hepatology

Liver transplant exposure

Education

MD degree

Board Certification in Gastroenterology

Job description

Posted on: 7/13/2026 - Application Deadline: 10/16/2026

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine/Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Location: Chicago

Requisition ID:1042105

Posting Close Date: 10/16/2026

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $350,000.00 to $450,000.00. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

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

Position Summary

Clinically oriented hepatologist at the level of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (rank/tenure commensurate with qualifications) to grow our liver center and transplant program. MD degree (or equivalent) and experience in clinical hepatology is required. Experience in transplant hepatology or separate fellowship for transplant is considered a major plus. Management of end‑stage liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver cancer constitutes a major part of our inpatient and outpatient practice. UIC is a large liver transplant center and is looking to expand its outreach substantially. Travel to Hepatology Outreach Clinic sites will be included in the Clinical Program. Academic productivity is expected and candidates with an interest in scholarly activity are encouraged to join our established program.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Clinically-oriented hepatologist at the level of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (rank/tenure commensurate with qualifications) to grow our liver center and transplant program.
• Experience in transplant hepatology or separate fellowship for transplant is considered a major plus.
• Management of end‑stage liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver cancer constitutes a major part of our inpatient and outpatient practice.
• UIC is a large liver transplant center and is looking to expand its outreach substantially. Travel to Hepatology Outreach Clinic sites will be included in the Clinical Program.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MD degree (or equivalent) and experience in clinical hepatology is required.

Preferred Qualifications

MD or DO degree, Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology requirements are welcome to apply regardless of current visa status.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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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