Department of Medicine: Division Chief of Pulmonary
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Department of Medicine: Division Chief of Pulmonary
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Recruitment/Posting Title Department of Medicine: Division Chief of Pulmonary
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School ( RWJMS ) Department of Medicine is seeking a distinguished, dynamic and collaborative leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation to serve as its next Academic Chief of the Division of Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine . As the leader of the Division, the Chief will be responsible for the growth and advancement of research, faculty recruitment and development, scholarly activity, and clinical and teaching excellence. The new Chief will have the opportunity to shape the growth of pulmonary services across the RWJBarnabas/Rutgers Health System, a$5 Billion enterprise that cares for about 40% of all NJ residents. In concert with the Department, School, and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ), the Division Chief will expand interdisciplinary and translational research within the division.
The current Division strives to be a nationally recognized program, advancing clinical, educational, research and scholarly activities with the goal of being a top tier Division in all areas. It includes well-developed general pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine programs. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician leader to work in an advanced healthcare market, expand services with the clinical and operational support and expertise of one of the nation’s leading health systems. New Brunswick is a desirable region of the Northeast with a diverse patient population, top-rated schools and easy access to both the New York Metropolitan and greater Philadelphia regions.
Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Medicine, the incoming Chief must be passionate about building collaborative research programs, mentoring junior faculty, and advancing pulmonary medicine on the national/international stage. The Division of Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine will be supported with the funds necessary to meet a high standard of excellence in clinical care, research, and education.
The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding leadership, a high-level of administrative skill, excellent communication skills, clinical and research productivity, an understanding of the complexity of uniting academic and community medicine, and a creative vision to develop a superior pulmonary program, advancing the clinical, research, and training missions of the medical school, while working closely with community physician leaders to collaboratively advance the delivery of care to the health system patient populations. The candidate will inspire, manage and mentor, and have a passion for providing outstanding care, a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency, and the leadership qualities to engage faculty, set expectations and develop careers. In addition, the successful candidate will have an actively funded research program in basic, translational, clinical, or health services research, strong academic credentials, and have a distinguished record of accomplishments across all missions.
Position Status
Position Status Full Time
Posting Number
Posting Number 25FA0524
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date 05/13/2025
Posting Close Date
Posting Close Date 05/07/2026
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
MD/DO/PhD or equivalent
board certified in Internal Medicine or Pulm and Critical Care
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
The Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is comprised of approximately 150 paid and more than 300 volunteer faculty members organized into 11 divisions covering the major medical subspecialties: Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases and Hypertension; Education; Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition; Gastroenterology and Hepatology; General Internal Medicine; Hematology; Medical Oncology; Nephrology; Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine; and Rheumatology.
Statement
New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
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State
State NJ
Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Department of Medicine: Division Chief of Pulmonary Department RWJ-Medicine-Pulmonary-Meb Salary Commensurate With Experience Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to . Posting Summary Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School ( RWJMS ) Department of Medicine is seeking a distinguished, dynamic and collaborative leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation to serve as its next Academic Chief of the Division of Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine . As the leader of the Division, the Chief will be responsible for the growth and advancement of research, faculty recruitment and development, scholarly activity, and clinical and teaching excellence. The new Chief will have the opportunity to shape the growth of pulmonary services across the RWJBarnabas/Rutgers Health System, a$5 Billion enterprise that cares for about 40% of all NJ residents. In concert with the Department, School, and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ), the Division Chief will expand interdisciplinary and translational research within the division. The current Division strives to be a nationally recognized program, advancing clinical, educational, research and scholarly activities with the goal of being a top tier Division in all areas. It includes well-developed general pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine programs. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician leader to work in an advanced healthcare market, expand services with the clinical and operational support and expertise of one of the nation’s leading health systems. New Brunswick is a desirable region of the Northeast with a diverse patient population, top-rated schools and easy access to both the New York Metropolitan and greater Philadelphia regions. Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Medicine, the incoming Chief must be passionate about building collaborative research programs, mentoring junior faculty, and advancing pulmonary medicine on the national/international stage. The Division of Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine will be supported with the funds necessary to meet a high standard of excellence in clinical care, research, and education. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding leadership, a high-level of administrative skill, excellent communication skills, clinical and research productivity, an understanding of the complexity of uniting academic and community medicine, and a creative vision to develop a superior pulmonary program, advancing the clinical, research, and training missions of the medical school, while working closely with community physician leaders to collaboratively advance the delivery of care to the health system patient populations. The candidate will inspire, manage and mentor, and have a passion for providing outstanding care, a desire to improve systems and processes to maximize efficiency, and the leadership qualities to engage faculty, set expectations and develop careers. In addition, the successful candidate will have an actively funded research program in basic, translational, clinical, or health services research, strong academic credentials, and have a distinguished record of accomplishments across all missions. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA0524 Posting Open Date 05/13/2025 Posting Close Date 05/07/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience MD/DO/PhD or equivalent
board certified in Internal Medicine or Pulm and Critical Care Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview The Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is comprised of approximately 150 paid and more than 300 volunteer faculty members organized into 11 divisions covering the major medical subspecialties: Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases and Hypertension; Education; Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition; Gastroenterology and Hepatology; General Internal Medicine; Hematology; Medical Oncology; Nephrology; Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine; and Rheumatology.
Statement New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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Company
Rutgers University
Location
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Country
Canada
Salary
125.000
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