Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases

Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases

• University of Nebraska Medical Center
• January 09, 2024
• Omaha, NE

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University of Nebraska Medical Center and College of Medicine is conducting a national search for a dynamic and accomplished individual to assume the role of Division Chief of Infectious Diseases. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership in clinical care, medical education, and research activities within the division. A key aspect of the role is to strategically enhance and expand the division's NIH federal funding volume.

The Division of Infectious Diseases supports all infection control activities at Nebraska Medicine and operates 5 inpatient teams including the vibrant General and Community ID services, as well as dedicated Orthopedic, Oncology, and Solid Organ Transplant ID consult teams. Existing areas of strength include : antimicrobial stewardship, global health security, biocontainment, HIV, infection prevention, oncology ID, solid organ transplant ID, and orthopedic ID. Of particular note at UNMC is the Global Center for Health Security. This nationally recognized center encompasses the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit, the Nebraska Quarantine Unit, Emerging Pathogens Lab and Deployable Teams. In addition, it is the home of the ASPR funded national Training, Simulation and Quarantine Center.

The Chief will report directly to Debra Romberger, MD, the Henry J. Lehnhoff Professor and Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine.

Basic qualifications

This is a full-time position that will be performed on-site in Nebraska. Salary commensurate with experience with a generous benefits package.