Division Head, Pediatric Urology

The Department of Urology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and the Department of Surgery, Division of Urology at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago seeks a full-time non-tenure-eligible or tenured-eligible Clinician-Educator at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. We are seeking an exceptional academic surgical leader to serve as the next Division Head of Pediatric Urology in the Department of Surgery.

The Division Head will hold the Founders' Board Chair in Urology, an endowed professorship established in 2013 through the philanthropic leadership of the Lurie Children's Founders' Board to support the academic mission of the Division of Urology and its leader

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

The Division Head is responsible for the full scope of divisional leadership across the following domains. Specific priorities for the first 12 to 18 months are presented in the following section.

Strategic Vision & Leadership

Develop and articulate a strategic vision for the division that aligns with the priorities of the Department of Surgery, Lurie Children's, and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Lead the division's contributions to the institutional pillars of Discovery and Innovation, Clinical Excellence, and Health Equity in Chicago.

Represent the division in departmental, hospital, and academic leadership forums.

Clinical Excellence & Operations

Oversee the quality, safety, and access of pediatric urology clinical services across all sites of care, including the downtown Chicago campus, ambulatory surgery centers in Westchester and Northbrook, and outreach locations.

Ensure that clinical activities meet or exceed national benchmarks for outcomes and operational performance.

Partner with the division administrator and hospital operational leadership on staffing, scheduling, and clinical workflow.

Faculty Development, Recruitment, and Mentorship

Recruit, develop, retain, and mentor faculty across clinical, research, and educational tracks.

Conduct annual performance reviews and support faculty development and promotion-readiness for academic advancement at Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine.

Maintain and foster a collegial, inclusive, and high-performing division culture.

Research & Scholarship

Cultivate and grow a programmatic research portfolio in pediatric urology, leveraging Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute and the Department of Surgery research infrastructure.

Support faculty in pursuit of extramural funding and scholarly productivity.

Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across the department and the broader academic medical center.

Education & Training

Provide leadership for the ACGME-accredited Pediatric Urology Fellowship and for the education of medical students, residents, and rotating fellows.

Support the educational missions of the Department of Surgery and the Feinberg School of Medicine.

Financial & Administrative Stewardship

In partnership with the Division Administrator, develop and manage the division's annual and long-range budgets.

Ensure compliance with departmental, hospital, and regulatory standards.

Advocacy & External Engagement

Represent Pediatric Urology in regional and national professional societies.

Engage with the Lurie Children's Foundation in support of the division's strategic priorities, including in the context of the institutional comprehensive campaign.

Candidate Qualifications

Education and Certification

MD, DO, or equivalent degree; MD/PhD or other research doctorate welcomed

Board certification in Urology by the American Board of Urology

Fellowship training in Pediatric Urology

Eligibility for an unrestricted Illinois medical license

Experience

Substantial clinical experience as an attending pediatric urologist

Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic medical center setting

Track record of program development, faculty mentorship, and team building

Record of scholarly productivity and a vision for the role of research within an academic division

Leadership Characteristics

A collaborative, transparent, and inclusive leadership style

Excellent communication skills with faculty, staff, trainees, patients, families, and institutional leadership

Sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and the ability to navigate complex academic and clinical environments

Commitment to mentorship and the development of others

Strategic thinking paired with operational discipline

A patient- and family-centered orientation

The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled.

This position is located at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, however, applications must be submitted online through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. Visit us at to learn more.

Lurie Children's Medical Group offers a generous benefit packet to full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b): with a mandatory 5% contribution, 10% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Tuition assistance from Lurie Children's Hospital

Student loan servicing and support

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare and Eldercare

Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities

Discount purchasing program

When applying, please upload a CV and cover letter describing your interest and alignment with the position.

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