Division Chief - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Physician Scientist

Job Summary:

The Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health seeks an exceptional and visionary academic endocrinologist to assume the role of Division Chief of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. This is an opportunity for a full-time Professor or Associate Professor Physician Scientist to provide strong, clinical leadership. In this influential position, the Division Chief provides strategic and operational leadership, oversees the faculty and staff of the division, spearheads the expansion of our clinical, educational, and research programs, and guides the professional development of our esteemed faculty. This is also an opportunity to teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, thereby shaping the next generation of medical professionals.

The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism is comprised of 17 faculty physicians, 4 research faculty, and 17 APPs, providing patient centered care to people with diabetes, endocrine disorders and metabolic disease live their healthiest lives. We have an American Diabetes Association-recognized education program, the largest insulin pump program in the region and provide state-of-the-art continuous glucose monitoring. Our innovative inpatient diabetes management service, founded in 2001, manages patients' glucose levels during hospitalization and empowers patients to manage their own care after discharge.

The division is nationally recognized for its research programs in diabetes, inflammation, cancer metabolism, and biology of aging with over $5.3 million in research funding (direct costs) last year. Through cutting-edge, NIH-funded research programs and collaborations with top scientists at UW, researchers in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism improve scientific understanding of endocrine diseases and improve the lives of patients.

We seek a transformative leader in clinical operations who will foster the growth of our division's research portfolio. This role promotes an inclusive culture of collaboration and cohesion among our exceptional faculty, empowering them to achieve new heights of academic excellence. They will also envision novel approaches that will accelerate our division's track record of impactful research and innovation.

The Department of Medicine is the largest department in the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and the University of Wisconsin system. We have 11 subspecialty divisions; approximately 1500 faculty, staff, and learners; a $120M research portfolio (FY20); a nationally recognized residency program; 21 subspecialty fellowships; and a primary clinical affiliation with UW Health, the integrated health system of UW-Madison.

In pursuit of our vision of health and equity for all, we develop exceptional leaders who transform the world of medicine through scholarship, innovation and partnership. Building on core values of innovation, health equity, kindness, professional fulfillment, and impact in Wisconsin and beyond, together we propel today's trailblazers forward to create a healthier future for all.

Join our team and become part of a vibrant academic community that values diversity, individualized training, meaningful mentorship, and the pursuit of cutting-edge ideas. Enjoy unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with the brightest minds at UW and across the nation, in an environment that nurtures professional growth, enabling you to make a lasting impact on patient care and medical knowledge.

Responsibilities:

The Division Chief will provide strategic and operational leadership with responsibility over all aspects of the division's operations across all missions (clinical, teaching, research, and service). The position will assess needs, develop, implement and evaluate strategies to advance strategic priorities in all missions, as well as faculty career progression according to the UW Madison School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) and UW-Madison Appointment and Promotion Criteria. The position will promote and support the advancement of a diverse faculty, on all tracks, and a welcoming, and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff.

This position will provide strong leadership in administering all operations directly or through delegation. This position will work collaboratively with Department of Medicine central administration and division administrator, vice chairs and other leaders in the Department of Medicine, and leadership of UW School of Medicine and Public Health, UW Health and its partners, and the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

The incumbent will be expected to provide clinical patient care as an endocrinologist. The successful candidate is expected to provide strong clinical operations leadership, increase the research portfolio within the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabet