Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Hematology/Oncology

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Hematology/Oncology

Search Extended Until: March 28, 2025

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1029385

Posting Close Date: February 6, 2025

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $221,000 to $240,000.  We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.  

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

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Position Summary: 

The Division of Hematology/Oncology, Sickle Cell Center in the Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is seeking an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine with a strong interest in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) clinical research. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

The position includes responsibility for inpatient and outpatient care for individuals with SCD as well as research and teaching activities. The inpatient team is staffed by a resident and interns offering excellent teaching opportunities.  There are also opportunities for excellent mentoring and/or collaboration with basic science, translational and clinical trial SCD experts.

Qualifications:

MD or DO

Board Certification in Internal Medicine

Additional Board Certification in Hematology desirable but not required

The applicants are required to complete an online job application through https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14086?c=uic  and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. 

The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

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