"Division Director & Associate/Professor of Clinical, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, & Immunology"

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class healthcare professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improve patients' health and clinical care. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, the College of Medicine’s doctors are transforming the world of medicine every day. With world-class research, teaching, and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

The Department of Internal Medicine is currently searching for a Division Director in the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology. The Director will report directly to the Department of Internal Medicine Chair. This individual will lead the division in alignment with our tripartite clinical care, research, and education missions. In addition, this individual will support robust residency and medical student training expectations and provide mentoring and administrative support to those delegated to direct this endeavor.

The Division Director will be expected to lead a team of academicians from varied backgrounds. They will need to be highly skilled in communication and relationship-building to support and motivate interdisciplinary teams, convey integrity, adapt to change, and empathize with patients.

Faculty rank is commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

• As senior faculty, may act as a mentor for junior faculty, research associates, and graduate students.
• Develop a roadmap to expand clinical and basic science research in the division.
• Develop a plan for the optimal utilization of Advanced Practice Providers.
• Participation in strategic development conversations.
• Setting clinical productivity targets for staff & fiscal oversight of division.
• Setting annual academic, clinical, and research goals.
• Participation in the Department of Internal Medicine Chair’s Council of Champions.
• Faculty and staff recruitment/mentorship and conducting annual faculty reviews.
• Meeting with departmental and administrative leaders.
• Addressing concerns from staff, patients, providers, and others.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance multidisciplinary approaches and initiatives.
• Support new initiatives and efforts that might expand beyond our local campus to surrounding areas or virtually.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• MD, DO, MD/PhD, or commensurate degree.
• Board certification in Rheumatology or Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology.
• At least 10 years of clinical experience, with demonstrated leadership and management experience at a medical facility.
• Experience with communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision making.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• MBA and/or strong business acumen.
• Previous success in building and leading a large, interdisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

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