Breast Imaging Section Chief #RAD088
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The University of Chicagos Department of Radiology seeks an accomplished radiologist and visionary leader to serve as Section Chief of Breast Imaging at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor on the School of Medicine track. The appointee will participate in strategy budgeting and planning for the Section. They will maintain strong relationships with referring providers and take part in institutional outreach. Clinical duties will include the full spectrum of breast imaging services. This position is based at the University of Chicago Medicines Hyde Park campus where the appointee will spend most of their time. This role involves patient care delivery across other University of Chicago Medicine (UCM) sites in downtown Chicago and Northwest Indiana requiring occasional travel. Administrative time will be provided to support leadership responsibilities as Section Chief. Remote clinical days are included weekly. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students and scholarly activities. Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees including health retirement and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
The Section Chief will have the opportunity to:
- Build and lead a robust multidisciplinary clinical team in a purpose-built facility designed for coordinated compassionate breast cancer care.
- Expand outreach and strengthen the imaging referral network across UChicago Medicine and our community partners.
- Innovate and grow clinical services including tomosynthesis breast ultrasound MRI and image-guided interventions within a technologically advanced setting.
- Partner with renowned basic clinical and translational researchers across UChicago to foster cutting-edge academic initiatives.
- Shape education and mentorship within one of the nations top radiology residency and breast imaging fellowship programs.
This is a unique leadership opportunity to shape the future of breast imaging at a world-class academic institution as we launch Chicagos first freestanding facility dedicated solely to cancer care and researchan $815 million state-of-the-art cancer center opening in 2027. This transformational project includes a comprehensive fully integrated breast center that will significantly expand imaging volumes services and technology. The incoming Section Chief will play a leading role in defining the service line and developing it into a national destination for breast imaging innovation and excellence.
UChicagos Department of Radiology includes over 80 full-time faculty members and is nationally recognized for excellence in education research and clinical care. The medical center is located on the University of Chicago campus in historic Hyde Park a vibrant neighborhood along Lake Michigan with abundant cultural dining and recreational offerings. Chicago itself is a world-class city.
Prior to the start of employment qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the States of Illinois and Indiana 3) be Board certified or Board eligible in Radiology and 4) have completed fellowship in breast imaging or equivalent experience.
We especially encourage applicants with experience in clinical operations leadership and a demonstrated ability to advance clinical academic and outreach missions.
To be considered those interested must apply through The University of Chicagos Academic Recruitment job board which uses Interfolio to accept applications: Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled.
For instructions on the Interfolio application process please visit Experience:
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