Assistant/Associate/Professor-Pediatric Nephrology

Assistant/Associate/Professor-Pediatric Nephrology

Search extended through 3/1/2026

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1035100

Posting Close Date: 3/1/2026

Budgeted Salary Range: $178,000 to $320,000 per year

TheDepartment of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois, College of Medicine atPeoria (UICOMP), is seeking Assistant/ Associate/Professor for multiplepositions to assist the department teach and train medical students, residentsand fellows in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology. The Department will supportcandidates with research focus and provide protected time for research andadditional funding support. We also have resources for faculty careerdevelopment. Clinical duties include assisting the department provide patientcare in the hospital and outpatient clinics and perform administrative dutiesand University service as assigned. Requirements are an MD/DO degree or itsforeign equivalent, eligible for an Illinois medical license, and Board certificationor eligibility for certification in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology. Sometravel may be required between healthcare facilities.

Theideal candidate will be joining a pediatric nephrologist and one Nursepractitioner in a division that provides full range of inpatient and outpatientpediatric nephrology services including all standard forms of dialysis therapyand plasma exchange. Our short term goal is to have a Division with threefaculty (positions already approved). Current specialty clinics includeHypertension clinic with ability to provide ABPM and Bone/metabolic disorderclinic in collaboration with Pediatric Endocrinology. You will do Collaborativework with our transplant surgeons in caring for kidney transplant recipients,including 2-4 new transplant every year. Inpatient call schedule will be 1:3rotation. As the Division grows we anticipate additional provider recruitment.

Position Summary

The division of Pediatric Nephrology provides full service, providing care from neonatal to transition care for nephrology patients along with ESRD services. We work closely with our transplant surgeons and urologists and have an established pediatric transplant program. This is a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to advance a strong clinical and academic career in Pediatric Nephrology.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and treatment services to children with conditions affecting the kidney or urinary tract, bladder problems, or high blood pressure. Coordinate the efforts of related professionals to assure continuous availability of services. Monitor and take steps to enhance the quality of nephrology services delivered at UICOMP Department of Pediatrics and at UICOMP's main clinical partner, Children's Hospital of Illinois.

• Develop and work on educational programs and activities for medical students and residents in relation to pediatric nephrology.

• Maintain a spirit of inquiry and scholarship in the activities of the Nephrology Service.

• Perform administrative duties and University service as assigned.

• Some travel may be required between healthcare facilities.

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD degree or foreign equivalent
• Eligible for Illinois Physician License
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology

About University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois:

UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 244medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 21 different post graduateprograms. The Department of Pediatricsis one of the largest departments at UICOMP. In collaboration with the OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital ofIllinois, the Department has 19 divisions and over 145 faculty membersproviding general pediatrics and subspecialty services to the pediatricpopulation in Central Illinois. Thecurrent research infrastructure within the Department includes an office ofresearch, a dedicated biostatistician and an internal research fundingmechanism to support our faculty.

About University ofIllinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSFHealthcare Children's Hospital of Illinois:

UICOMP is one ofthe three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine,one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP's educational programs include 262medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 29 different post graduateprograms, 23 which are accredited by ACGME. The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest departments atUICOMP. In collaboration with the OSFHealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois, the Department has 19 divisions andover 145 faculty members providing general pediatrics and subspecialty servicesto the pediatric population in Central Illinois. The current research infrastructure withinthe Department includes an office of research, a dedicated biostatistician andan internal research funding mechanism to support our faculty.

About Children's Hospital of Illinois

Located in Peoria, OSFHealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois is the third largest pediatrichospital in Illinois and the most comprehensive hospital for kidsdownstate. With 136 beds and more than 140 pediatric subspecialists, OSFChildren's Hospital cares for more children in Illinois than any hospital outsideof Chicago. Formally established as a pediatric hospital within the walls ofOSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in 1990, OSF Children's Hospital ofIllinois has more than 7,000 inpatient admissions, 75,000 outpatient specialtyvisits, 2,400 newborn deliveries, and 18,000 emergency department visits eachyear. Learn more by visiting childrenshospitalofillinois.org.

Jump Trading Simulation &Education Center, a part of OSFInnovation, is a collaboration between University of Illinois College ofMedicine Peoria and OSF HealthCare. Jump replicates a variety of patient caresettings to ensure novice and seasoned clinicians can practice handling medicalsituations in a real-world environment. Boasting six floors and 168,000 squarefeet, the center is one of the largest of its kind and provides space forconferences, anatomic training, virtual reality and innovation. For moreinformation, visit www.jumpsimulation.org

About Peoria, Il

One of the oldest communities in Illinois with apopulation of 113,150 Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St. Louis. Here we have an enviable standard of living,exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive from our homes, safe streets,quality and quantity shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, BroadwayTheater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, thenation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.

Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivalsand celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinaryFourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over one hundredthousand annually. Residents areflocking to live in the refurbished warehouses and lofts on Water Street thatproduce the perfect lifestyle for a 24/7 city.

We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to playall over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy withinfotech industries as well. Thus ourbusiness community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout thenation.

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For fullestconsideration please apply by 12/22/2025.

The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $178,000 to $320,000 per year.

Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.

TheUniversity of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click fora complete list of Employee Benefits, https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits/.

Thisposition is intended to be eligible for benefits. Thisincludes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid timeOff, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

More information about employee benefits can befound at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=2461262.

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