Pediatrics Section Chief (0.25 FTE)

The Department of Medicine and Primary Care at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) is seeking a dynamic and experienced pediatrician to serve as Section Head of Pediatrics and teaching faculty. This part-time position (0.25 FTE) is open to candidates at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor, with academic rank determined by The Chicago School & IllinoisCOM academic rank policy. Compensation will be prorated to 25% of the full-time salary range.The ideal candidate will be a dedicated educator, accomplished clinician, and collaborative leader with expertise in Pediatrics. The successful candidate will oversee the development and delivery of pediatric content across the curriculum, mentor students and faculty, and contribute to the academic and clinical growth of IllinoisCOM. As Section Head, the pediatrician will play a key role in shaping the pediatric educational experience in the preclinical and clinical areas for osteopathic medical students, integrating child health into a holistic, interprofessional framework. The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 40 years. **PRINCIPAL DUTIES** Provide strategic leadership for the Pediatrics section within the Department of Medicine and Primary Care. Represent IllinoisCOM in pediatric and medical education organizations.Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in pediatric education. **BASIC QUALIFICATIONS** Minimum five (5) years of experience in medical education, residency training, or faculty leadership. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Commitment to collaborative, interprofessional education and the integration of osteopathic principles in training. At least five (5) years of clinical pediatric practice experience. **IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS** Experience as a section head, department chair, program director, or senior faculty leader in an accredited medical school or residency program.Established record of research and scholarly activity in pediatrics or medical education. Demonstrated commitment to health equity, diversity, and inclusion in pediatric care and education. Salary range: $43,750 – $62,500 annually, commensurate with experience and academic rank.Location: Chicago, IL **The IllinoisCOM at The Chicago School**The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) at The Chicago School is the university’s fourth and newest academic college. The IllinoisCOM trains exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality. Through in-classroom learning at The Chicago School’s state-of-the-art Chicago campus and clinical training opportunities in Chicago, Dallas, Washington DC, and Southern California, the IllinoisCOM prepares students to address communities’ most pressing healthcare needs.The Chicago School offers 40+ distinct academic programs across integrated health fields, educates 6,000+ students annually, and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The Chicago School is also an affiliate of The Community Solution, a network of nonprofit higher education institutions that works collaboratively to advance institutional sustainability, increase student success, and enhance community impact.**The Chicago School**For more than four decades, The Chicago School has been a leading nonprofit university dedicated to training professionals for careers that improve the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities across the globe. Grounded in the values of education, innovation, community, and impact, The Chicago School offers 40+ distinct academic programs at campuses across the country (Washington DC, Chicago, Dallas, Southern California) and online, educating over 6,000 students annually in fields across integrated health.The Chicago School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The Chicago School is also an affiliate of The Community Solution, a network of nonprofit higher education institutions that works collaboratively to advance institutional sustainability, increase student success, and enhance community impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr