Academic Position: Division Chief-General Surgery, Indianapolis IN

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 7 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 and rectal surgery, minimally invasive surgery, bariatric surgery, hernia surgery, and general surgery. The division also supports advanced surgical training through its Fellowship Council accredited Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery/Bariatric Surgery fellowship, offering one fellowship position annually. Expectations Provide strategic leadership for the division by establishing annual academic priorities and mentoring faculty. Conduct comprehensive annual faculty reviews and actively participate in graduate medical education. Redesign care delivery across the Indianapolis metro region and beyond for greater efficiency and effectiveness. Oversee research initiatives, ensuring strong division financial performance. Lead the development and management of a substantial operating budget and annual discretionary funds. Prepare and present financial and operational performance reports. Foster effective collaboration with all functional areas across the Department of Surgery, IU Health Medical Group, affiliated hospitals, and partner physician organizations. 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 the 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 of, or eligibility for, an unrestricted medical license in the State of Indiana. #J-18808-Ljbffr