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Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program Director
Educator-first jobs (>/= .2 FTE for teaching/supervising)
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at the University of
Illinois College of Medicine Peoria seeks an addiction psychiatrist with strong
interest in graduate medical education to develop and lead a new addiction
psychiatry fellowship. The Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program Director is
a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
Our department has worked closely with community partners to prepare for the
development of a new addiction psychiatry training program. The broad array of
resources, exceptional facilities, and collaborative commitment from the
community provide an ideal opportunity for a motivated psychiatrist to lead and
grow the program. The success of our other educational programs and the
experience of the current faculty offer ample support to the incoming
Fellowship Program Director. Candidates should share our values for
high-quality patient care, the education of fellows, residents, and medical
students, and the promotion of scholarly activity. The ideal candidate will
have meaningful administrative experience, excellent teaching and communication
skills, and be eager to lead. Competitive salary and benefits are commensurate
with rank.
The responsibilities of the position include development of the fellowship,
oversight of program curriculum and operations, promoting a culture of
excellence, recruitment, evaluation, teaching, and scholarly support. Other
duties will be tailored to the interest of the applicant and include
opportunities for adult and addiction inpatient and outpatient clinical care,
community outreach, college student mental health, scholarship and classroom
teaching. The department values and supports the growth, development, and
professional advancement of its faculty members.
Minimum requirements include graduation from an ACGME-approved addiction
psychiatry fellowship, licensed or license-eligible in the state of Illinois,
and ABPN board-certification in adult and addiction psychiatry.
Position Summary
The faculty member will work with the Department Chair to develop outpatient
and community-based clinical services for individuals with substance use
disorders. The faculty member will provide guidance and oversight to an
emerging enterprise to facilitate the mission of the department for clinical
care, education, scholarship and outreach. The faculty member will develop an
addiction psychiatry fellowship, spearheading collaboration with community
partners.
Duties & Responsibilities
- MD
or DO graduate of an LCME/AACOM-accredited medical school
- Graduate
of an ACGME-approved addiction psychiatry fellowship
- Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Illinois
- ABPN board-certified in adult and addiction psychiatry
Minimum Qualifications
- MD or DO graduate of an LCME/AACOM-accredited medical
school
- Graduate of an ACGME-approved addiction psychiatry
fellowship
- Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Illinois
- ABPN board-certified in adult and addiction psychiatry
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in inpatient and outpatient psychiatry
- Two or more years of experience in administration of
educational programs
Peoria presents an attractive mix of small-town charm and big city
offerings. Our large, supportive medical community is embedded in diverse local
neighborhoods featuring low cost-of-living, excellent schools, and a variety of
leisure and recreational activities. Peoria is the #1 “best place to live” in
Illinois and a Top 50 Best Cities in the United States, according to US News
and World Report. Niche gave Peoria an “A” rating for diversity.
For more information, please contact Dr. Jean Clore, Search Committee, at jayclore@uic.edu
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 at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job
candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background
checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages
applications from individuals regardless of an applicant’s race, color,
religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran
or disability status.
Contact Information:
Ryan Finkenbine
Professor and Chair
ryanf@uic.edu
900 Main Street, Suite 720
Peoria, IL 61603
309-495-1640
