Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist, Division Chief

University of Missouri, School of Medicine

All Ranks

All Tracks

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women’s Health is seeking an innovative, strategic leader to head the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). This position offers the opportunity to lead our well-established Division, its innovative clinical programs, and its faculty and staff into the future.

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Women’s Health is the leader in mid Missouri for the provision of women’s healthcare, and Ob/Gyn clinical education, and reproductive science research. The Director of REI will play a prominent role in developing a compelling vision for clinical services within the Division. This vision will be focused on growth, while embracing MU's academic pillars of education and research.

We seek a strong leader in REI with a powerful combination of vision, energy, and leadership who will embrace the patient-centric culture within MU Health Care (MUHC). The Director must have a passion for introducing and advancing state-of-the-art clinical services and a strong business sense with the ability to responsibly manage the human, material, and financial resources in the division. Additionally, the Director will align the resources of the Division with women's health services across our health system. We especially welcome applications from underrepresented minorities as we seek to enhance our diversity and inclusivity hiring initiatives.

The new Director will possess strong leadership skills, business acumen, and the passion to drive the Division to the spotlight on a national level. The Director will also work effectively with the leadership of the School of Medicine (SOM) and MUHC to foster collaboration and engagement across research, teaching, and clinical missions. They will also develop new interdisciplinary initiatives designed to engage multiple disciplines throughout the University.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead the Division of REI
• Collaborate with the leadership of the SOM, MUHC, and the department
• Work with the Department Chair, Dr. Jean Ricci Goodman, and the Senior Department Administrator, to ensure that the REI clinical business is fully aligned with department strategic and budgetary goals
• Provide oversight and strong leadership over all educational, clinical, and research activities within the Division.
• Develop a regional and national reputation across all divisional missions
• Effectively mentor division faculty to develop his/her academic career.

Professional Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Hold ABOG board certification in General Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Hold ABOG board certification or board eligibility in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
• At least 5 years of successful IVF practice is desirable for our IVF Division Director Role
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Missouri

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Possess both leadership experience and a willingness to seek additional leadership development
• Have the ability to recruit and retain clinical faculty members
• Bear a strong business sense

Professional Experience:

• Candidates will be evaluated on: :
  • Demonstrated leadership in an academic environment
  • Participation in national REI academic activities
  • An understanding of the complexities of academic life and the interactions between departments (divisions), hospitals, and health care systems.

Personal Characteristics:

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Well-developed emotional intelligence with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Passion for excellence and a high level of energy and enthusiasm
• Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organization with multiple lines of reporting
• Demonstrated record of promoting collaboration and cultivating strong internal and external relationships
• Capacity to embrace change with appropriate respect for culture and tradition
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity
• Motivator and mentor capable of developing strong teams and developing others
• Unquestioned personal integrity

The salary and academic rank for this position will be commensurate with the applicant's experience and academic background. The University of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package including generous paid time off, retirement benefits, etc.

Qualifications
For the purposes of this application, board-certified are considered experienced.

Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Community

Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards Benefits

Our Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at [Register to View] .

EEO IS THE LAW

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), please use the following links:

EEO is the Law English Version
EEO is the Law Spanish Version
EEO is the Law Chinese Version