Academic Physicians – Palliative Medicine MED417

Company: The University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine, Section of Geriatrics & Palliative Medicine, is searching for full-time assistant professors to serve as an Academic Palliative Medicine Physician. Appointees will manage patients on our inpatient palliative medicine consultation service and collaborate in multidisciplinary patient care within our embedded palliative medicine clinics at our main campus or other Chicagoland locations. They may also participate in leading interdisciplinary team meetings and conduct home hospice visits. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activity. Compensation is dependent upon qualifications. These positions are benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, and 3) be Board Certified or Eligible in Hospice & Palliative Medicine. To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/180135 . Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and a cover letter. Review of applications ends when positions are filled. For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp .

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