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U W-MADISON DIV. CONTINUING STUDIES Division Chief Geriatrics and in MADISON, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health seeks an exceptional and visionary academic geriatrician to assume the role of Division Chief of Geriatrics and Gerontology. This is an opportunity for a full-time Professor or Associate Professor Physician Scientist. 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 Geriatrics and Gerontology is comprised of 45 faculty (including 13 research faculty), and 18 APPs (including 8 research APPs), providing primary and sub-specialty geriatric care at clinic locations, in addition to the outstanding inpatient Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) and Transitions of Care (TOC) programs they manage. The division is internationally recognized for its research programs in Alzheimer\'s Disease and dementia as well as Health Equity and holds a training grant for learners in the biology of aging with over \$41 million in division research funding (direct costs) last year. We are nationally recognized for Geriatric care. UW Health University Hospital is ranked #38 in the national for Geriatrics services by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-2025 We seek a transformative leader in geriatrics who will foster the growth of our division\'s research portfolio on aging, with a focus on clinical trials, implementation science, and health services. 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. Our work is supported by numerous federal grants and a long-standing partnership with William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital Geriatric,... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/E7E50F4254B04BE4
