Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medince Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA

Thomas Jefferson University seeks a collaborative and visionary physician leader to serve as the next Division Director (also referred to as Division Chief) of Infectious Diseases at Sidney Kimmel Medical College, located on the Universitys 13-acre campus in Center City Philadelphia.

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Medicine of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, the Chief of Infectious Diseases will lead and expand the excellence in education, research and clinical care at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals.

Overseeing the Departments academic ID group of 14 full-time clinical faculty, with a complement of 4 fellows, the Chief will oversee ID care at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience and Methodist Hospital while sharing expertise and guidance across Jefferson Health.

The Role of the Division Chief

The Chief leads the research, clinical care, and education programs of the Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine. The Chief reports to the Chair of Medicine. The specific duties are as follows.

Job Description

Education & Training

• Promote discovery and seek innovative ways to further support trainee learning. Support the Fellowship Program Director in the training of subspecialty fellows.
• Oversee faculty teaching assignments and the Divisions participation in the undergraduate medical education program of SKMC. Ensure appropriate academic curricula and evaluate the need for new courses and programs. Ensure all Divisions educational activities are student / resident / fellow-centered.
• Ensure accreditation activities, program reviews, and other education-related evaluations occur appropriately. Ensure compliance with LCME and ACGME accreditation requirements.

Research

People

Financial Operations

Qualifications

Key Competencies & Attributes

This position requires a leader with empathy, vision, and drive, as well as a combination of organizational leadership skills and the interpersonal ability to lead and inspire excellence. The desired qualifications and experience of an ideal Division Chief include the following :

Procedure for Candidacy

For full consideration, applicants should submit a Statement of Interest (see guidance below) and detailed curriculum vitae to : Gregory.Kane@jefferson,edu by November 29, 2025 . Confidential inquiries, expressions of interest, and nominations can be submitted to the same address. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

In their Statement of Interest , applicants should highlight their academic and clinical leadership experience and accomplishments and are encouraged to specifically address how theyve contributed to :

Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The Jefferson enterprise - Jefferson Health, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health Plans, are partners in improving the lives of people within our hospitals, classrooms and neighborhoods by providing compassionate care, educating tomorrows experts in a variety of disciplines and offering high quality, affordable health insurance plans for residents in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. As Philadelphias second largest employer in Philadelphia, with more than 65,000 strong, Jefferson is committed to creating unparalleled value for the communities we serve. Whether at a patients bedside, in the classroom, or working to ensure affordable health coverage for members of the community, Jefferson is continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our mission to reimagine health, education, and discovery.

OUR MISSION     We improve lives.

OUR VISION         Reimagining health, education, and discovery to create unparalleled value.

OUR VALUES       Put People First | Be Bold & Think Differently | Do the Right Thing

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THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY (TJU)

Ranked among the top national doctoral universities by U.S. News & World Report ,

Thomas Jefferson University is a professions-focused university with 8,300 students enrolled across its 10 colleges and 3 schools. Nationally known for its transdisciplinary collaborations and interprofessional approach to education, the University prepares students with a forward-thinking and experiential approach to education that blends collaborative real-world learning, industry engagement, and innovation. Over 77,000 alumni support their Jefferson Rams, who compete in the NCAA Division II Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference.

Colleges & Schools

Sidney Kimmel Medical College                           College of Architecture & the Built Environment

College of Health Professions                              College of Humanities & Sciences

College of Life Sciences                                         Kanbar College of Design, Engineering & Commerce

College of Nursing                                                    School of Business

College of Pharmacy                                               School of Design & Engineering

College of Population Health                                Institute of Emerging Health Professionals

College of Rehabilitation Sciences

Research Centers & Institutes

Cardeza Foundation for Hematologic Research

Center for Connected Care

Center for Injury Research & Prevention

Center for Outcomes & Measurement

Center for Translational Medicine

Computational Medicine Center

Daniel Baugh Institute for Functional Genomics / Computational Biology

Institute for Smart & Healthy Cities

Jefferson Clinical Research Institute

Jefferson Vaccine Center

Klein Family Parkinsons Rehabilitation Center

Lambert Center for the Study of Medicinal Cannabis & Hemp

Melanoma Research Institute for Excellence

Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute

National Center for Telehealth Education & Research

Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

Vickie & Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience

Wills Vision Research Center at Jefferson

Jefferson has over 400 active principal investigators and more than 1,000 patents for new drugs, software innovations, medical devices and diagnostic tools. Over 1,220 active clinical trials are currently being conducted at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals and Jefferson community hospitals. Last year, Jefferson researchers secured $198 million in total sponsored research funding.

SIDNEY KIMMEL MEDICAL COLLEGE (SKMC)

Founded in 1824, Sidney Kimmel Medical College has awarded more than 34,000 medical degrees and has more living graduates than any other private medical school in the nation. The Medical College offers undergraduate medical education programs and innovative joint degree programs to more than 1,000 students each year. Additionally, Jefferson Health sponsors over 100 residencies and fellowships for nearly 2,000 residents and 380+ fellows. The Colleges 27 medical departments include 4 basic science departments, as well as the new Department of Integrative Medicine & Nutritional Sciences - the ?rst department of its kind in academic medicine.

Said Ibrahim, MD, MBA, MPH serves as the Anthony F. and Gertrude M. DePalma Dean of Sidney Kimmel Medical College. In addition to serving as the Colleges 25th Dean , Dr. Ibrahim is also an internal medicine physician, educator, administrator, and a clinician-investigator. Nationally recognized for his efforts to combat health disparities, Dr. Ibrahim was inducted into the National Academy of Medicine 2023. As Dean, he also serves as the President of the Colleges faculty practice plan - Jefferson University Physicians ( JUP ), which is comprised of over 630 full-time faculty across 33 specialties and primary care. JUPs 105 practice sites see nearly 800,000 patient visits each year.