DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY

DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORYHiring Department: COM- Department of PathologyLocation:  Chicago, IL USARequisition ID: 1026570Posting Close Date: 09/27/2024About the University of Illinois ChicagoUIC 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.Description:Position SummaryThe Department of Pathology at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine is seeking a full-time academic Clinical Chemist to join our exceptional faculty and direct the Laboratory Section of Clinical Chemistry and Point of Care Testing. This is an open-rank faculty position. Rank and tenure will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and funding.The Department of Pathology includes the divisions of Anatomic Pathology, Transdisciplinary Pathology Research and Clinical Pathology which includes Clinical Chemistry, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine, Hematopathology, HLA, Clinical Microbiology, Molecular Diagnostics and Genomic clinical laboratories. Faculty expertise supports strong clinical programs at UI Health in solid organ transplant, bone marrow transplant, neurology, gastroenterology, hematology and oncology, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics and more. Opportunities exist to participate and collaborate on clinical research. Duties & ResponsibilitiesIn addition to providing medical education and diagnostic services for Clinical Chemistry and Point of Care Testing, the successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a program in translational research at UIC.Fellowship training and significant experience in Clinical Chemistry is required for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with a track record of scholarly achievement.Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.Qualifications:Minimum QualificationsCandidates for this position must have a PhD, MD or DO degree. PhD degree holding candidates must possess board certification in Clinical Chemistry from the American Board of Clinical Chemistry. MD or DO degree holding candidates must be certified in Chemical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology or in Clinical Chemistry by the American Board of Clinical Chemistry.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