Division Chief, Hematology/Oncology
University of Illinois Chicago · Chicago, IL
FULL-TIME
Posted Sep 27, 2026
430K–503K a year
Job Description
Division Chief, Hematology/Oncology (Open Rank Tenure System Faculty) - Department of Medicine
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042665
Posting Close Date: October 15, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $430,000 to $503,000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
About
the Division of Hematology/Oncology
The
Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Illinois Chicago is
dedicated to advancing excellence in cancer care, benign hematology, research,
and medical education. The Division provides comprehensive inpatient and
outpatient services across the continuum of hematologic and oncologic care,
delivering innovative, patient-centered treatment to a diverse population
throughout Chicago and the surrounding region.
The
Division is committed to improving outcomes through multidisciplinary clinical
programs, groundbreaking research, and the training of future leaders in
hematology and oncology. Faculty members are actively engaged in
investigator-initiated, cooperative group, translational, and clinical research
programs that seek to advance the understanding and treatment of cancer and
blood disorders.
The
Division features: Comprehensive hematology and oncology services,
including the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant hematologic
disorders, solid tumors, and complex cancer conditions. Multidisciplinary disease-focused programs that bring
together physicians, surgeons, radiation oncologists, researchers, nurses,
and support teams to provide coordinated patient care. Access to clinical trials and innovative therapies
through collaborations with UI Health, cooperative research groups, and
academic partners. A strong educational mission, including an
ACGME-accredited Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program and extensive
teaching opportunities for medical students, residents, and fellows. Robust basic, translational, clinical, and population
health research programs focused on improving prevention, diagnosis,
treatment, and survivorship outcomes. A mission grounded in excellence across patient care,
scientific discovery, education, health equity, and community engagement.
Position
Summary:
The
Division Chief will provide strategic, academic, clinical, and operational
leadership for all activities within the Division of Hematology/Oncology,
ensuring alignment with the missions of the Department of Medicine, the
University of Illinois College of Medicine, and UI Health.
The
successful candidate will be an accomplished physician-scientist,
clinician-investigator, or academic physician with a national reputation in
hematology and/or oncology. The Chief will be responsible for promoting
clinical excellence, expanding research programs, advancing educational
initiatives, recruiting and developing faculty, and fostering a collaborative
culture that supports innovation and academic achievement.
Duties
& Responsibilities:
Leadership
& Strategy
Develop and implement a strategic vision that advances
the Division's clinical, research, and educational missions.
Lead faculty recruitment, retention, mentorship, and
professional development initiatives.
Promote a culture of collaboration, inclusion,
innovation, and accountability.
Represent the Division within the Department of
Medicine, College of Medicine, UI Health, and external professional
organizations.
Clinical
Excellence
Provide leadership for comprehensive hematology and
oncology clinical programs.
Maintain an active clinical practice and promote
excellence in patient-centered care.
Expand access to specialized hematologic and oncologic
services and identify opportunities for programmatic growth.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance
quality, safety, and patient outcomes.
Research
Advancement
Maintain a nationally recognized record of scholarly
achievement and academic contributions.
Foster growth in translational, clinical, population
health, and laboratory-based research programs.
Support faculty in securing federal, foundation, and
industry-sponsored research funding.
Promote interdisciplinary collaborations across the
University of Illinois Cancer Center and other institutional partners.
Education
& Training
Support excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and
continuing medical education.
Provide leadership and mentorship for fellows,
residents, and medical students.
Partner with fellowship leadership to ensure compliance
with ACGME standards and maintain a robust learning environment.
Encourage faculty engagement in teaching, mentoring,
and educational scholarship.
Administrative
& Financial Oversight
Manage divisional finances, clinical operations,
workforce planning, and resource allocation.
Ensure responsible stewardship of divisional resources
in support of strategic goals.
Establish metrics and accountability measures to
evaluate divisional performance.
Collaborate with Department, College, Cancer Center,
and Health System leadership to support institutional priorities.
Minimum Qualifications:
• MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• Board certification in Medical Oncology, Hematology, or Hematology and Medical Oncology.
• Qualification for appointment in the tenure system at the Associate Professor or Professor level within the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within an academic medical center, cancer center, or healthcare organization.
• Distinguished record of clinical excellence, scholarship, and academic achievement.
• Evidence of successful mentoring, faculty development, and educational leadership.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding and supporting research growth.
• Experience managing complex clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Eligible for a State of Illinois Medical License, State of Illinois Controlled Substance License, DEA License, and BLS Certification.
• Eligible for medical staff privileges at UI Health.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042665
Posting Close Date: October 15, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $430,000 to $503,000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
About
the Division of Hematology/Oncology
The
Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Illinois Chicago is
dedicated to advancing excellence in cancer care, benign hematology, research,
and medical education. The Division provides comprehensive inpatient and
outpatient services across the continuum of hematologic and oncologic care,
delivering innovative, patient-centered treatment to a diverse population
throughout Chicago and the surrounding region.
The
Division is committed to improving outcomes through multidisciplinary clinical
programs, groundbreaking research, and the training of future leaders in
hematology and oncology. Faculty members are actively engaged in
investigator-initiated, cooperative group, translational, and clinical research
programs that seek to advance the understanding and treatment of cancer and
blood disorders.
The
Division features: Comprehensive hematology and oncology services,
including the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant hematologic
disorders, solid tumors, and complex cancer conditions. Multidisciplinary disease-focused programs that bring
together physicians, surgeons, radiation oncologists, researchers, nurses,
and support teams to provide coordinated patient care. Access to clinical trials and innovative therapies
through collaborations with UI Health, cooperative research groups, and
academic partners. A strong educational mission, including an
ACGME-accredited Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program and extensive
teaching opportunities for medical students, residents, and fellows. Robust basic, translational, clinical, and population
health research programs focused on improving prevention, diagnosis,
treatment, and survivorship outcomes. A mission grounded in excellence across patient care,
scientific discovery, education, health equity, and community engagement.
Position
Summary:
The
Division Chief will provide strategic, academic, clinical, and operational
leadership for all activities within the Division of Hematology/Oncology,
ensuring alignment with the missions of the Department of Medicine, the
University of Illinois College of Medicine, and UI Health.
The
successful candidate will be an accomplished physician-scientist,
clinician-investigator, or academic physician with a national reputation in
hematology and/or oncology. The Chief will be responsible for promoting
clinical excellence, expanding research programs, advancing educational
initiatives, recruiting and developing faculty, and fostering a collaborative
culture that supports innovation and academic achievement.
Duties
& Responsibilities:
Leadership
& Strategy
Develop and implement a strategic vision that advances
the Division's clinical, research, and educational missions.
Lead faculty recruitment, retention, mentorship, and
professional development initiatives.
Promote a culture of collaboration, inclusion,
innovation, and accountability.
Represent the Division within the Department of
Medicine, College of Medicine, UI Health, and external professional
organizations.
Clinical
Excellence
Provide leadership for comprehensive hematology and
oncology clinical programs.
Maintain an active clinical practice and promote
excellence in patient-centered care.
Expand access to specialized hematologic and oncologic
services and identify opportunities for programmatic growth.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance
quality, safety, and patient outcomes.
Research
Advancement
Maintain a nationally recognized record of scholarly
achievement and academic contributions.
Foster growth in translational, clinical, population
health, and laboratory-based research programs.
Support faculty in securing federal, foundation, and
industry-sponsored research funding.
Promote interdisciplinary collaborations across the
University of Illinois Cancer Center and other institutional partners.
Education
& Training
Support excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and
continuing medical education.
Provide leadership and mentorship for fellows,
residents, and medical students.
Partner with fellowship leadership to ensure compliance
with ACGME standards and maintain a robust learning environment.
Encourage faculty engagement in teaching, mentoring,
and educational scholarship.
Administrative
& Financial Oversight
Manage divisional finances, clinical operations,
workforce planning, and resource allocation.
Ensure responsible stewardship of divisional resources
in support of strategic goals.
Establish metrics and accountability measures to
evaluate divisional performance.
Collaborate with Department, College, Cancer Center,
and Health System leadership to support institutional priorities.
Minimum Qualifications:
• MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• Board certification in Medical Oncology, Hematology, or Hematology and Medical Oncology.
• Qualification for appointment in the tenure system at the Associate Professor or Professor level within the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within an academic medical center, cancer center, or healthcare organization.
• Distinguished record of clinical excellence, scholarship, and academic achievement.
• Evidence of successful mentoring, faculty development, and educational leadership.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding and supporting research growth.
• Experience managing complex clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Eligible for a State of Illinois Medical License, State of Illinois Controlled Substance License, DEA License, and BLS Certification.
• Eligible for medical staff privileges at UI Health.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
Additional Details
- City
- Chicago
- State
- Illinois
- Country
- US
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