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Division Director – Endocrinology – LUMC
Loyola University Medical Center and Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine invite applications for an exceptional leader to serve as Chief, Division of Endocrinology. This is an outstanding opportunity for a nationally recognized leader with a distinguished record of academic achievement, clinical excellence, and leadership experience.
We are seeking a visionary leader to guide a dynamic division dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of endocrine disorders, delivering exceptional patient care, mentoring future leaders in endocrinology, and conducting high-impact clinical and translational research. The successful candidate will shape the future of endocrine health in alignment with the mission and values of Loyola Medicine and the Department of Medicine.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic direction and operational leadership for clinical, educational, and research programs in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism.
- Cultivate academic excellence through recruitment, mentorship, and career development of faculty and trainees.
- Promote excellence in patient care and support innovative models for improving quality and outcomes.
- Support and expand scholarly productivity in areas such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, obesity, and bone metabolism.
- Collaborate with the Stritch School of Medicine and affiliated institutions, including the Endocrinology section at Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital
- Collaborate with institutional leaders to align divisional goals with departmental, school, and health system priorities.
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/or research.
- A strong background in funded research is preferred but not requirec
This is a full-time faculty position with a competitive salary, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.
Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. The three-hospital system includes Loyola University Medical Center (LUMC), Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, MacNeal Hospital, as well as convenient locations offering primary care, specialty care and immediate care services from nearly 2,000 physicians throughout Cook, Will and DuPage counties. LUMC is a 547-licensed-bed hospital in Maywood that includes the William G. and Mary A. Ryan Center for Heart & Vascular Medicine, the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center, the John L. Keeley, MD, Emergency Department, a Level 1 trauma center, Illinois's largest burn center, the Nancy W. Knowles Orthopaedic Institute, a certified comprehensive stroke center, transplant center and a children’s hospital. Having delivered compassionate care for over 50 years, Loyola also trains the next generation of caregivers through its academic affiliation with Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine and Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing.
Established in 1961, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital is a 247-licensed-bed community hospital in Melrose Park that includes the Judd A. Weinberg Emergency Department, the Loyola Center for Metabolic Surgery and Bariatric Care, Loyola Cancer Care & Research at the Marjorie G. Weinberg Cancer Center, acute rehabilitation, a transitional care center, childcare center and fitness center. Founded in 1919, MacNeal Hospital is a 374-licensed-bed teaching hospital in Berwyn with advanced medical, surgical and psychiatric services and a 68-bed behavioral health program.
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This opportunity offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- Competitive starting compensation between $300,000 - $400,000
- 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.
