Loyola University Health System and Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine seek an exceptional leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Pediatrics. This leadership opportunity offers the chance to guide a well-established academic department, advance pediatric care and research, develop future physician leaders, and contribute to the strategic direction of a nationally respected health system committed to compassionate care, academic excellence, and service to the communities it serves.

Position Highlights

• Lead a comprehensive academic pediatric department with more than 90 faculty members.
• Provide oversight for pediatric clinical services, education, research, and faculty development across a broad range of specialties and subspecialties.
• Direct department clinical, operational, and financial performance while advancing quality, safety, and patient outcomes.
• Shape the future of pediatric education and scholarship at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine.
• Serve as a key member of Loyola Medicine's Clinical Leadership Council.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop outstanding faculty while fostering a collaborative academic culture.
• Expand programs and partnerships that strengthen access to exceptional pediatric care throughout the region.

Qualifications

• A medical degree and board certification in specialty are required
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Illinois
• Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor
• Demonstrated success in leadership roles within an academic medical center
• A record of excellence in clinical care, education, and research
• A strong background in funded research is preferred but not required

This opportunity offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive starting compensation between $159,000 - $985,945
• Salary Based on Academic Rank and Experience
• Excellent Benefits: Trinity Health Benefits Summary  
• Paid Time Off Days
• Paid malpractice, including post-employment tail coverage
• Relocation Expense Reimbursement (in accordance with IRS guidelines)
• CME Days and Allowance
• Additional Benefits from LUC or VA (if applicable)

Interested candidates should email cover letter and CV to the Physician Recruitment Office, at LOY-PhysicianRecruit@lumc.edu as well as apply online at www.loyolamedicine.org/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.