Associate/Professor of Surgery - Division Chief of General Surgery

Title: Associate/Professor of Surgery – Division Chief of General Surgery Appointment Type: Open Department: IUSM – Surgery – General Campus: IU School of Medicine, Indianapolis Position Summary Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) and Indiana University Health Medical Group are recruiting a Division Chief for General Surgery. The Division Chief will provide strategic and operational leadership across the full range of division service areas, including the tripartite missions of the academic institution: clinical and administrative service, education, and research. This academic role in the Department of Surgery at IUSM will work with and represent 21 faculty members and 11 advanced practice providers covering seven hospitals in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. In 2025, the division saw over 7,800 new patients and performed over 6,600 surgeries. The division provides a comprehensive range of surgical services, encompassing colon &rectal surgery, minimally invasive surgery, bariatric surgery, hernia surgery, and general surgery. It also hosts a nationally recognized Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery program known for its excellence, innovation, and adherence to national quality standards. The division supports advanced surgical training through its Fellowship Council accredited Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery/Bariatric Surgery fellowship, offering one fellowship position annually. It also plays a significant role in surgical education, supporting one of the nation’s largest general surgery residency programs that trains approximately 58 residents and provides extensive clinical exposure, mentorship, and multidisciplinary learning opportunities across multiple service lines. Expectations Expectations for the Division Chief include, but are not limited to, providing strategic leadership for the division by establishing annual academic priorities, mentoring the faculty, conducting comprehensive annual faculty reviews, and actively participating in graduate medical education. The new Division Chief will have the opportunity to think strategically and reorganize care delivery across the Indianapolis metro region and beyond. The role also encompasses oversight of research initiatives, ensuring strong division financial performance, and leading the development and management of a substantial operating budget and annual discretionary funds. Additional responsibilities include preparing and presenting financial and operational performance reports, and fostering effective collaboration with all functional areas across the Department of Surgery, IU Health Medical Group, affiliated hospitals, and partner physician organizations. We expect the Division Chief to continue to raise the national profile of this outstanding team. Basic Qualifications A medical degree (MD, MD/MPH, MD/MBA, MD/PhD, DO) or equivalent with completion of an ACGME-accredited general surgery residency. Board certified in Surgery or their appropriate surgical subspecialty. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of associate or full professor. Relevant administrative experience and evidence of effective interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills. A history of academic leadership, industry or grant funded research (desired, but not required), and a nationally recognized reputation in general surgery. Possession or eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Indiana. Department Contact for Questions: Meghan Hutchinson, Human Resources Business Partner, Department of Surgery, View email address on click.appcast.io Opportunity Contact: Chair, Dr. Karl Bilimoria, Department of Surgery, View email address on click.appcast.io Additional Qualifications, Special Instructions, Priority Application Review Deadline, Expected Start Date, Posting Number: IUSM-02374-2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Indiana University