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Job description
Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics (Gastroenterology)
Hiring Department : UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location : Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID :
Posting Close Date : 10/21/2026
Salary: $230,000 to $350,000 per year
TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates forthe position(s) of Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics in the Departmentof Pediatrics
Aboutthe University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of oneof the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known forhaving small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMPstudents to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with ourhospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to morethan 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medicaleducation and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physicianresidents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include JumpSimulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, alongwith OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois and CarleHearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute withtranslational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology.
Learnmore about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helpingto transform healthcare here:
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP), in partnership with OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois, seeks a Pediatric Gastroenterologist at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Clinical Pediatrics rank. The successful candidate will join a growing division dedicated to excellence in clinical care, education, and program development, providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services while contributing to the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows. Opportunities exist for leadership, program development, and the cultivation of specialized clinical or academic interests within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive care for pediatric patients with gastrointestinal and nutritional disorders
Lead and develop multidisciplinary clinical programs, collaborating with surgical, nutrition, and allied health teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Deliver inpatient and outpatient services, including advanced diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic interventions, and longitudinal care.
Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering excellence in clinical practice and education.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocol development, and efforts to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
Contribute to academic and institutional missions through scholarly activity, program development, and service on committees.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications MD/DO degree
Eligible for licensure in Illinois.
Board certified/eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology
3 years pediatric residency/3 years fellowship pediatric gastroenterology
Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated interest or expertise in areas such as motility, aerodigestive disorders, nutrition, intestinal rehabilitation, functional gastrointestinal disorders
Commitment to education, quality improvement, and program development
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For fullestconsideration please apply by 8/13/2026.
The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $230,000 to $350,000 per year.
Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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Worksite address
peoria, IL, 61639, US
Who can apply
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