Professor - Chief, Division of Allergy. Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology

Tulane University•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The Chief of the Division of Clinical Immunology, Allergy, and Rheumatology provides strategic, clinical, academic, and operational leadership for a multidisciplinary division within the Department of Medicine. This individual will oversee the growth and excellence of clinical programs, research initiatives, and educational missions, while maintaining an active clinical practice focused primarily in rheumatology. The Chief will serve as a key leader within the department and health system, responsible for advancing patient care delivery, faculty development, research productivity, and regional/national reputation in rheumatologic and immunologic diseases.

Requirements

MD or MD/PhD
Board certification in Rheumatology
Eligibility for Louisiana medical licensure
Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor (or eligible)
Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic medical center
Strong record of clinical excellence and teaching

Nice To Haves

Established track record of funded research or program development
Experience leading multidisciplinary or multi-site clinical operations
Experience with faculty recruitment and mentorship
Familiarity with value-based care and population health strategies

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a strategic vision for the division aligned with departmental and institutional priorities
Expand and integrate clinical services across rheumatology, allergy, and clinical immunology
Identify and develop new programmatic areas (e.g., autoimmune disease centers, biologics/infusion services, multidisciplinary clinics)
Build partnerships across subspecialties (e.g., nephrology, pulmonology, dermatology, oncology)
Maintain a high-quality, patient-centered clinical practice in rheumatology
Standardize clinical protocols and care pathways across sites
Lead quality improvement initiatives and value-based care strategies
Optimize access, patient throughput, and care coordination
Collaborate with hospital and ambulatory leadership to enhance service line performance
Supervise Director of HLA and support the HLA operations
Participates in HLA contract reviews and negotiations
Partners with Director on HLA compliance requirements, audits, and certifications
Recruit high-caliber faculty across all three disciplines
Establish clear expectations for clinical productivity, research, and teaching
Mentor faculty in career development, promotion, and scholarly achievement
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and academic excellence
Promote a robust research portfolio including clinical, translational, and basic science research
Support faculty in obtaining extramural funding (NIH, foundations, industry)
Develop clinical trials infrastructure within rheumatology and immunology
Encourage interdisciplinary and multi-institutional collaborations
Oversee educational programs for medical students, residents, and fellows
Strengthen fellowship programs (if applicable) or develop new training programs
Ensure high-quality teaching and curriculum development
Promote faculty engagement in national academic societies and leadership roles
Manage divisional budget, including clinical revenue, research funding, and expenses
Monitor and improve financial performance (RVUs, payer mix, cost efficiency)
Partner with administrative leadership on staffing models, clinic operations, and resource allocation
Ensure compliance with institutional, regulatory, and accreditation standards
Represent the division within departmental, school, and health system leadership structures
Build referral networks and regional partnerships
Enhance the division’s visibility through national organizations (e.g., ACR, AAAAI)
Participate in philanthropy and development efforts as appropriate