Pediatrics Section Chief (0.25 FTE)

Job Description:

About The Position

The Department of Medicine and Primary Care at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) is seeking a dynamic and experienced pediatrician to serve as Section Head of Pediatrics and teaching faculty. The anticipated hire date for this position is January 1, 2026. 

This part-time position (0.25 FTE) is open to candidates at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor, with academic rank determined by The Chicago School & IllinoisCOM academic rank policy. Compensation will be prorated to 25% of the full-time salary range. 

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated educator, accomplished clinician, and collaborative leader with expertise in Pediatrics. The successful candidate will oversee the development and delivery of pediatric content across the curriculum, mentor students and faculty, and contribute to the academic and clinical growth of IllinoisCOM.  

As Section Head, the pediatrician will play a key role in shaping the pediatric educational experience in the preclinical and clinical areas for osteopathic medical students, integrating child health into a holistic, interprofessional framework. 

This founding faculty member will contribute to curriculum innovation, clinical partnerships, and community engagement to ensure IllinoisCOM trains physicians to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that addresses both physical and mental health needs across the lifespan, with a special focus on children and adolescents. 

About Us

The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 40 years. 

As an employee at The Chicago School, you become part of a university community committed to true inclusion and equity. We celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who help us continue to innovate for decades to come. 

The University is building the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM), anticipated to welcome its first class in summer 2026. Our mission is to train exceptional physicians who understand the interconnection of physical and mental health and provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality. 

Principal Duties

Leadership & Administration

• Provide strategic leadership for the Pediatrics section within the Department of Medicine and Primary Care. 
• Develop and assess pediatric components of both preclinical and clinical curricula. 
• Collaborate on transition courses (e.g., transition to clinical rotations, transition to residency) with pediatric relevance. 
• Recruit, mentor, and support pediatric faculty and preceptors. 
• Build and maintain partnerships with pediatric offices, hospitals, clinics, and community organizations to support clinical training. 
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies. 

Teaching, Curriculum Development, & Student Success 

• Teach medical students using evidence-based instructional methods, including case-based and small-group learning focused on pediatric care. 
• Integrate pediatric content into interdisciplinary curriculum threads. 
• Support student coaching, mentoring, and professional development, especially in pediatric rotations and career pathways. 
• Collaborate with other faculty to ensure pediatric principles are embedded throughout the curriculum. 
• Represent IllinoisCOM in pediatric and medical education organizations. 
• Participate in student recruitment and community outreach, especially in child health initiatives. 
• Serve on college and university committees. 
• Promote service-learning and pediatric community engagement. 
• Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in pediatric education. 
• Research & Scholarly Activity 

Service

• Encourage and support pediatric research and scholarship among faculty and students. 
• Seek external funding and partnerships to enhance pediatric research initiatives. 
• Ensure ethical and regulatory compliance for pediatric research activities. 

Basic Qualifications

• DO or MD degree with board certification in Pediatrics. 
• Minimum 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 pediatric practice experience. 

Ideal Qualifications

• Experience as a section head, department chair, program director, or senior faculty leader in an accredited medical school or residency program. 
• Background in educational innovation, simulation-based pediatric training, and competency-based assessment. 
• Established record of research and scholarly activity in pediatrics or medical education. 
• Demonstrated commitment to health equity, diversity, and inclusion in pediatric care and education. 
• Salary range: $43,750 – $62,500 annually, commensurate with experience and academic rank. 
• Location: Chicago, IL 
• Reports to: Chair of Medicine and Primary Care 
• Employment Type: Part-time (0.25 FTE) 
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. 

Position Details

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $43,750 - $62,500 annually base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.