Assistant Director of Clinical Chemistry Laboratory/ Open Rank Faculty
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
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 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Sep 01, 2026 | |
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Assistant Director of Clinical Chemistry Laboratory/ Open Rank Faculty Assistant Director of Clinical Chemistry Laboratory/ Open Rank Faculty Hiring Department: Pathology Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1042442 Posting Close Date: For fullest consideration, please submit a curriculum vitae and names of three references by October 30, 2026. Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $120,000 to $250,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC 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. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The 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 serve as Assistant Director of the Laboratory Section of Clinical Chemistry. 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, and Molecular Diagnostics 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. The Department hosts an ACGME accredited Anatomic and Clinical Pathology residency program and several ACGME accredited fellowship programs. The UIC Department of Pathology is among the country's fastest-growing academic departments and is structured to provide a unique environment to foster the development of academic careers. UIC is one of the country's largest and most diverse medical schools and ranks among the top colleges of medicine in the growth of extramural grant funding. Academic appointments necessitate participation in medical education and institutional, regional, and national conferences. A high commitment to excellence in clinical service with outstanding communication skills is essential. In addition to providing medical education and diagnostic services for Clinical Chemistry, 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. Duties & Responsibilities Provide diagnostic services for Clinical Chemistry Along with the Director of Clinical Chemistry: Ensure test systems provide quality service in all aspects of testing - preanalytic, analytic, and post-analytic Ensure selection of quality test systems relevant to accuracy, precision, verification, and method selection Develop and monitor quality measures with yearly plans to improve quality and efficiency Ensure enrollment, participation, and return of Proficiency Testing Ensure that quality control and quality assurance programs are established and maintained Ensure that remedial actions are taken and documented Ensure that an approved procedure, process and policy manuals are available and reviewed annually Ensure that interpretative tests and consultation reports include all pertinent information Assist in developing a working relationship with Clinical Service Units Participate in management of critical testing and critical test reporting and monitoring Provide medical education in Clinical Chemistry Provide education to medical students, residents, fellows, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows Monitor and assist colleagues and subordinates in the preparation and presentation of appropriate intramural and extramural lectures and conferences Participate in appropriate continue education programs such as in-service lectures for laboratory employees or medical staff Establish and maintain a program in translational research at UIC Actively participate in basic, translational and/or clinical research or investigative pursuits, including but not limited to, clinical informatics, clinical trials involving patients, new instrumentation or innovative testing methodologies, etc. Collaborate in and cooperate with ongoing Departmental or inter-departmental research projects in the College of Medicine, other UI Colleges of School and/or external academic institutions. Actively mentor and involve medical students, residents and fellows in research Perform other tasks as assigned by Clinical Pathology leadership to support departmental goals. Minimum Qualifications Candidates 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 Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9797536"">https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/20709?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-410b2c90d4d94f5cb522c05003908a05 | |