OPEN RANK - Academic Division Chief, Gastroenterology - Clinical Educator or Physician Scientist

The Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) of the University of South Florida (USF) is conducting a national search for a distinguished academic clinical leader in gastroenterology to serve as the Division Chief & Director, Digestive Diseases & Nutrition within the Department of Internal Medicine.
The Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition encompasses all subspecialities of gastroenterology. Our passionate faculty have been recognized in USN&WR rankings for 9 consecutive years and in 2023 were ranked #15 in the nation for state-of-the-art patient care.

As Division Chief, the successful candidate will have accountability for the coordination of operations and outcomes of all clinical activities of Digestive Diseases & Nutrition faculty and staff located at USF and TGH locations. The Division Chief will be expected to bring improvement to clinical operations, especially patient access and referring physician satisfaction. There must be a deep commitment to quality and safety in patient care as well as a focus on contribution to value-based care through facilitating hospital throughput and cancer screenings. The Division Chief will also be a co-leader of the TGH GI & GI Surgery Service Line, and thus it is paramount that the selected candidate partner with TGH administrative leadership to continue enhancing the national reputation of services provided at TGH and to expand the breadth and depth of top-rated gastroenterology services at TGH and its sites.

The Division Chief will also be expected to contribute to the Division’s journey to a stronger academic culture, by launching a clinical research portfolio, expanding pursuit and availability of clinical trials, and engaging each faculty member in scholarly work. Our Division Chiefs in all Divisions have academic responsibility for mentorship of faculty who primarily practice at affiliate sites such as the VA and Moffitt; this includes inclusion in research and publications, mentorship for promotion and tenure, and feedback and leadership in fellowship educational outputs. Lastly, the Chief will need to bring strong support for enhancing a fellowship program to be competitive with top national training programs; and the integration of discovery and innovation with clinical practice.

Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department/unit on university and/or Statewide committees.

Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization. 

 

Must hold or be eligible for a full, unrestricted Florida Medical License or foreign equivalent required.  To perform this position, the candidate will need to obtain and maintain a full un-restricted FL Medical License, maintain credentials in the USF Health faculty practice plan, and be a medical staff member in good standing at the hospitals he/she is assigned to perform clinical duties. The candidate will participate in the teaching of residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical medicine. Must be board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. 

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Associa