Director, Adult Director of the Adult Cardiac Magnetic Resonance/Computed Tomography Programs #MED352

Description

The University of Chicago’s Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology, is searching for a full-time Associate Professor or Professor to serve as the Director of the Adult Cardiac Magnetic Resonance/Computed Tomography (CMR/CCT) programs. The appointee will join and lead an established group of nationally and internationally renowned physicians, researchers and educators in the field of cardiac CMR/CCT imaging. In conjunction with the Section of Cardiology, other leaders in the Multimodality Cardiac Imaging Laboratory, and the Heart and Vascular Center, the Director is expected to implement a plan that will expand clinical and translational research, develop strategies for increasing study volumes, and oversee the expansion of advanced cardiac imaging to multiple satellite cardiac imaging sites.

Clinical responsibilities will include interpretation of CMR/CCT studies, inpatient and ambulatory cardiology clinical services, and supervision of satellite cardiac imaging laboratories. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of fellows, residents and students, as well as scholarly activities. Academic rank is dependent on qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/.

The Multimodality Cardiac Imaging Group at the University of Chicago has a long-standing tradition of excellence in a full range of research activities as well as diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate (MD) or equivalent degree, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, and 3) be board certified in Cardiology. 

We especially welcome applicants with board certification in MRI and CT. We also welcome applicants with leadership experience in managing complex clinical operations with a track record of clinical and research success in cardiac imaging. Additionally, we welcome applicants with experience and understanding of other cardiac imaging modalities, namely Cardiac Ultrasound and Nuclear Cardiology is preferable.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/160834. Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and a cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled. 

The University of Chicago has retained Korn Ferry (www.kornferry.com) to support this recruitment. Caroline Thompson, PMP and Charles Falcone, MD are leading the search. Inquiries, applications, and nominations must be sent by email to Caroline Thompson (caroline.thompson@kornferry.com). Please note all job seekers wishing to be considered for the position must also submit their materials through the University’s Interfolio site: http://apply.interfolio.com/160834.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit: http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.

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