Internal Medicine Section Chief

Principles

• Provide visionary leadership for Internal Medicine within the IllinoisCOM.
• Lead curriculum development and assessment for the Internal Medicine clinical rotations.
• Assist curriculum development and assessment in preclinical courses as needed.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop faculty members within the department.
• Maintain partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and community organizations to support clinical training and research opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies.

Teaching, Curriculum Development, & Student Success

• Oversee the development and delivery of an innovative, interdisciplinary Internal Medicine curriculum.
• Teach medical students using evidence-based instructional methods, including case-based and small-group learning.
• Support student coaching, mentoring, and professional development in clinical and academic settings.
• Collaborate with other faculty and clinical educators to integrate Internal Medicine content across the curriculum.

Service

• Represent the College in professional organizations and events.
• Aid in student recruitment and community outreach efforts.
• Participate in college and University committees.
• Engage in clinical practice (strongly encouraged).
• Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education.
• Engage in community outreach and service-learning programs.

Research & Scholarly Activity

• Promote a culture of research and scholarship.
• Support faculty and student research.
• Seek external funding opportunities and partnerships to enhance research initiatives.
• Ensure ethical and regulatory compliance for research activities.

Qualifications

• DO or MD degree with board certification in related specialty.
• At least five (5) years of experience in medical education, residency training, or faculty leadership.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship.
• 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 practice experience.