Physician – Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Division Director (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

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Job Title:

Physician – Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Division Director (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Department:

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek an exceptional academic physician-scholar with proven leadership skills to lead a nationally recognized program as the director of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, an academic unit within the Department of Internal Medicine. Reporting to Rama Mallampalli, MD, chair of the Department of Internal Medicine, the incoming division director must be passionate about building collaborative clinical and research programs of excellence, mentoring outstanding junior faculty, and continuing to advance the Ohio State endocrinology program on the national/international stage. Academic rank and compensation commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism is committed to excellence in clinical care, the education of medical students, residents, fellows and other learners and to new discoveries to improve the care of patients with endocrine and endocrine-related disorders through laboratory, translational and clinical research. The division has excelled with a long history of outstanding performance in all of these areas and has recognized programs in diabetes, thyroid cancer and other thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary disorders and metabolic bone disease. The Division is supported by The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Wexner Medical Center, and The James Cancer Hospital.

By the Numbers:

• #20 ranked by U.S. News & World Report
• $4.9 million in NIH funding ($5.9 million total funding)
• 76 clinical trials
• 70 publications
• 36,143 Outpatient Visits (FY23)
• 13,563 Inpatient Visits (FY23)

Staffing:

• 24 Faculty
• 19 Advanced Practice Providers
• 6 Fellows (ACGME approved)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring Ohio State’s exceptional Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism builds upon its incredible achievements and innovative research, outstanding clinical care, strong outcomes, and the education of the next generation of endocrinologists.
• Lead and oversee the administrative operations of the division.
• Establish, in association with faculty members, divisional directions, goals, and programs in support of the Department of Internal Medicine and the College of Medicine.
• Responsible for the implementation of new policies and initiatives to enhance patient care across all clinical programs in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism.
• Responsible for the budget and financial performance of the division.
• Oversees mentorship and faculty development throughout the division.
• Constructs opportunities for faculty to become recognized experts in their chosen sub-specialty.
• Recruit and retain top talent in the division.
• Promote a diverse gender, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic environment within the faculty, APP, fellows, etc.
• Develop and expand academic, clinical, and basic research activities.
• Enhance patient volumes, safety, and quality care.
• Monitor quality metrics and identify strategies for continuous improvement.
• Working closely with institutional development to enhance the philanthropic endeavors of the department and the division.
• Foster the procurement of funding and organizes research endeavors in the area of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism.
• Assist faculty in funding initiatives.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations and promotes research collaboration.
• Strategically build patient care delivery platforms/programs in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Promote the division, department, and college by participating in national research and professional activities.
• Instruct medical students, residents, fellows and other learners in formal lectures, patient care, and research.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a national leader in endocrinology. Ideally, the successful candidate will have:

• 8-10 minimum years of strong faculty clinical, academic, and mentorship experience.
• Experience with service line development and implementation.
• MD, DO, or equivalent.
• Board certified in Endocrinology.
• Strong track record of clinical operations leadership.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in building innovative programs as well as recruiting and retaining faculty.
• Commitment to recruitment, development, and retention of women, underserved minorities, and disability status.
• Eligibility for Ohio medical licensure required.
• National reputation for teaching.
• An active research program in basic, translational, clinical, or health services research is strongly desired.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Trevor Bethel, CPRP, Manager, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, Trevor.Bethel@osumc.edu

Faculty Defined

Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) – Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a doctor of medicine (MD), doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their principal career focus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, and may include teaching, and/or research.

Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) – Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure-track faculty with MD or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care.

Research Faculty (regardless of rank) – Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associate professor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of one to five years. Their principal career focus is research.

The Ohio State University Department of Internal Medicine

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s Department of Internal Medicine, led by Rama Mallampalli, MD, is the largest department in one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers and comprises 13 specialty divisions. The department has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in multiple areas. While 10 programs at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center were identified by this report, five of these programs are within internal medicine and are among the best in the country, including cancer, cardiology, diabetes and endocrine disorders, gastroenterology and pulmonology.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School – Research, 40th Best Medical School – Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report, it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments and a School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

The Wexner Medical Center

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we’re proud to be celebrating our 31st consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 10 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and two selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 14 out of 20 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery and heart failure.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

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In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Columbus, Ohio

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster. 

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Location:

Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356)

Position Type:

Regular

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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