Breast Imaging Section Chief #RAD088

The University of Chicago’s Department of Radiology seeks an accomplished radiologist and visionary leader to serve as Section Chief of Breast Imaging at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor on the School of Medicine track. The appointee will participate in strategy, budgeting, and planning for the Section. They will maintain strong relationships with referring providers and take part in institutional outreach. Clinical duties will include the full spectrum of breast imaging services. This position is based at the University of Chicago Medicine’s Hyde Park campus, where the appointee will spend most of their time. This role involves patient care delivery across other University of Chicago Medicine (UCM) sites in downtown Chicago and Northwest Indiana, requiring occasional travel. Administrative time will be provided to support leadership responsibilities as Section Chief. Remote clinical days are included weekly. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activities. Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/ .

The Section Chief will have the opportunity to:

• Build and lead a robust, multidisciplinary clinical team in a purpose-built facility designed for coordinated, compassionate breast cancer care.
• Expand outreach and strengthen the imaging referral network across UChicago Medicine and our community partners.
• Innovate and grow clinical services, including tomosynthesis, breast ultrasound, MRI, and image-guided interventions, within a technologically advanced setting.
• Partner with renowned basic, clinical, and translational researchers across UChicago to foster cutting-edge academic initiatives.
• Shape education and mentorship within one of the nation’s top radiology residency and breast imaging fellowship programs.

This is a unique leadership opportunity to shape the future of breast imaging 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. This transformational project includes a comprehensive, fully integrated breast center that will significantly expand imaging volumes, services, and technology. The incoming Section Chief will play a leading role in defining the service line and developing it into a national destination for breast imaging innovation and excellence. 

UChicago’s Department of Radiology includes over 80 full-time faculty members and is nationally recognized for excellence in education, research, and clinical care. The medical center is located on the University of Chicago campus in historic Hyde Park, a vibrant neighborhood along Lake Michigan with abundant cultural, dining, and recreational offerings. Chicago itself is a world-class city.

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 States of Illinois and Indiana, 3) be Board certified or Board eligible in Radiology, and 4) have completed fellowship in breast imaging or equivalent experience.  

We especially encourage applicants with experience in clinical operations leadership and a demonstrated ability to advance clinical, academic, and outreach missions.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/169547 . Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled. 

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp .

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu  with their request.