Medical Director

Position Summary

The University of Minnesota Department of Medicine is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the Division Director of the Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished record of clinical excellence, research productivity, educational engagement and administrative leadership. The division is seeking a leader who can foster new collaborations, expand its research enterprise, and reimagine academic programs and clinical care delivery. The successful candidate will have demonstrated academic leadership across clinical care, education, and research missions, along with experience in faculty development, mentoring, sustaining independent research funding, and maintaining a productive scholarly portfolio marked by peer-reviewed publications.

Unique Opportunities

Collaborate with world-class researchers in the University of Minnesota’s Center for Immunology, an interdisciplinary research program devoted to advancing the field of immunology. Collaborate with world-class researchers in the University of Minnesota Institute on Infectious Diseases who seek to identify and respond to emerging and contemporary infectious diseases for outbreak and disease mitigation and control, and to train the next generation of pandemic and epidemic response experts. Provide leadership for new and innovative clinical and academic programs

Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine

The Division is comprised of over 50 faculty, including affiliated sites. Many faculty have multifaceted roles as educators, clinicians, and research professionals both locally and internationally. Our division takes great pride in achieving excellence and we continually strive to set the bar in the areas of education, research and patient care. Our Infectious Diseases specialists deliver comprehensive and compassionate care focused on improving patient outcomes. We provide high level expertise, in-depth consultation, and cross-specialty collaboration. The division currently holds fifteen active NIH grants totaling $7,578,347. The Infectious Diseases Division prides itself on contributing towards a strong collaborative research community. We are committed to the continued advancement of innovative research to address infectious diseases from bench to bedside. The division supports two infectious disease fellowship training programs: an ACGME-accredited Infectious Disease Fellowship Program; and a one-year Transplant Infectious Disease Fellowship program. Our faculty are dedicated to educating early-career infectious disease specialists to build a strong foundation both clinically and in the research arena.

Core Responsibilities

Leadership and Administration:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine aligning with the overall mission and goals of the Department of Medicine and the Institution
• Oversee the clinical, research, and educational activities of the Division
• Develop and enact a plan for divisional expansion and program growth
• Manage the Division's budget, resources, and personnel
• Recruit, mentor, and retain faculty and staff
• Foster a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes excellence and innovation
• Represent the Division within the Department of Medicine, the Institution, and the broader medical community
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations
• Foster and sustain a divisional environment that is welcoming, diverse, and inclusive, promoting and supporting individual faculty goals using a holistic approach

Clinical Care:

• Maintain a clinical practice in infectious diseases providing expert consultation and care to patients
• Work with the Service Line on clinical operations; ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within the Division
• Promote the development and implementation of best practices in infectious disease care

Research:

• Promote and support research activities within the Division, including basic translational and clinical research
• Maintain an active research program and provide support for faculty research and scholarly activities tailored to individual interests
• Foster collaboration with other departments and institutions to advance infectious diseases research

Education:

• Provide support and assistance to the Infectious Disease Fellowship Program in developing and implementing innovative educational programs to enhance the knowledge and skills of trainees
• Promote faculty development in teaching and mentorship

Quality Improvement:

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, patient safety, and innovation
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements

Appointment Terms & Renewal

Term: Initial appointment is intended for 5 years

Review Process: Continued appointment is contingent upon an annual performance review conducted by the Department Head

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (e.g., MD, DO) Board certification in Infectious Diseases Meets The University of Minnesota Medical School criteria for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Medicine
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience.
• A strong record of clinical excellence and international reputation for outstanding scholarly activity
• Proven ability to secure extramural funding for research
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to inclusive excellence
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota

Preferred Qualifications

• History of successful mentorship of junior faculty with varied career goals

Compensation and Benefits

This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired and begins at $55,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total combined salary is anticipated to be in the range of $325,000 - $350,000 and is based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota Physicians.

M Physicians provides the following benefits:

• Substantial 401K employer contribution.
• Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
• Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.
• As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more.

Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.

Location

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Company Overview

M Physicians is the multi‑specialty group practice for the University of Minnesota Medical School faculty clinicians, community‑practice clinicians, advanced practice providers, and healthcare professionals. We serve the land grant mission of the University by providing high‑quality specialty and primary care, innovative and leading‑edge cures and treatments, and access to the latest evidence‑based care to patients across the state of Minnesota and beyond.

Employment Update

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Equal Opportunity & Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.