Neuroradiology Section Chief #RAD097

The University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Chicago’s Department of Radiology invites applications for Section Chief of Neuroradiology at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor on the School of Medicine track. This is a unique leadership opportunity to shape the future of neuroimaging at a world-class academic institution, as we launch Chicago’s first freestanding facility dedicated solely to cancer care and research—an $815 million state-of-the-art cancer center opening in 2027. The incoming Section Chief will play a leading role in defining the service line and developing it into a national hub for innovation and clinical excellence. The Section Chief will have the opportunity to build and lead a high-performing clinical team, shape the strategic direction of neuroradiology, drive clinical innovation in advanced neuroimaging, partner closely with neurointerventional, neurology, and neurosurgery teams, collaborate with internationally recognized programs, leverage strong institutional resources in data science and artificial intelligence, recruit, mentor, and develop faculty, integrate into a culture of shared discovery, and enhance education and mentorship in one of the nation’s premier radiology training programs. The Section Chief will participate in strategic planning, budgeting, faculty recruitment, and operational oversight for the Section; nurture relationships with referring providers; and contribute to institutional outreach. Clinical responsibilities include the full spectrum of neuroradiology, including brain, spine, and head & neck imaging. Protected administrative time is provided to support leadership activities. Weekly remote reading days are available, and the position includes teaching, supervision of trainees, and scholarly activity. Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. Opportunities to earn additional income through a productivity-based incentive model are readily available. This position is 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. The University of Chicago Medical Center is a Comprehensive Stroke Center and a Level 1 Trauma Center, with nationally recognized programs in neurology, neurosurgery, and neuro-oncology. The institution supports advanced neuroimaging across acute stroke care, epilepsy, neurodegenerative disease, and brain tumor management, with strong integration into multidisciplinary clinical care pathways. With over 80 full-time faculty, the Department of Radiology fosters innovation in basic, translational, and clinical research in a collegial and collaborative environment. A tradition of excellence in patient care, education, and research, combined with the strengths of a leading academic institution, provides the foundation for a fulfilling career as an academic neuroradiologist. Located in the University’s historic Hyde Park neighborhood—just south of downtown Chicago and steps from Lake Michigan—our campus offers the best of city living in a vibrant, diverse community. Chicago is a world-class city known for its culture, cuisine, and unparalleled connectivity.

Requirements

Have a medical doctorate or equivalent.
Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois and the State of Indiana.
Be American Board of Radiology certified or eligible.
Have completed Fellowship training in Neuroradiology or equivalent.
Experience in clinical operations leadership.
Demonstrated ability to advance clinical, academic, and outreach missions.
Visionary leader with a collaborative spirit and a passion for patient-centered care and academic discovery.

Responsibilities

Build and lead a high-performing clinical team within a supportive and collegial department.
Shape the strategic direction of neuroradiology across UChicago Medicine’s expanding clinical enterprise, including regional sites and community partnerships.
Drive clinical innovation in advanced neuroimaging, including stroke imaging, functional and quantitative MRI, and image-guided spine and head & neck procedures, supported by state-of-the-art technology and strong institutional investment.
Partner closely with neurointerventional, neurology, and neurosurgery teams to further integrate imaging into complex care pathways and expand collaborative clinical programs.
Collaborate with internationally recognized programs in stroke, neuro-oncology, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative disease to advance multidisciplinary clinical and research initiatives.
Leverage strong institutional resources in data science and artificial intelligence to develop and implement advanced imaging analytics and quantitative imaging programs.
Recruit, mentor, and develop faculty while building subspecialty expertise across key areas of neuroradiology.
Integrate into a culture of shared discovery alongside our PhD Basic Sciences members.
Enhance education and mentorship in one of the nation’s premier radiology training programs, with opportunities to shape curricula and foster trainee development.
Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, faculty recruitment, and operational oversight for the Section.
Nurture relationships with referring providers.
Contribute to institutional outreach.
Clinical responsibilities include the full spectrum of neuroradiology, including brain, spine, and head & neck imaging.
Teaching, supervision of trainees, and scholarly activity.