Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics/ Physician Surgeon/PsychiatrySearch extended through 6/17/2026
Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1037137
Posting Close Date: 6/17/2026
Salary: $243,733 to $289,992 per year
The University ofIllinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) seeks a physician for positionat the level of Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor toenhance an important clinical program. The broad array ofresources, exceptional facilities, and collaborative commitment from thecommunity provide an ideal opportunity for a motivated psychiatrist to grow theprogram.
Pediatric Psychiatrist position requires candidates who are BC in Psychiatryand have completed 4 years in residency and 2 years in fellowship training inPediatric Psychiatry. Candidates withscholarly and research interests are highly desirable, along with experience inteaching medical students and residents.
Position SummaryThe Department of Pediatrics, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria is seeking psychiatrist who has completed a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor or Professor.
Duties & Responsibilities- Responsibilities - Child Psychiatrist
- Participate in undergraduate, graduate and continuing education programs of the Department.
- Provide outpatient diagnostic and management services for patients in the region with general psychiatric and behavioral needs.
- Provide inpatient psychiatric consultation for children and adolescents.
- Organize and conduct research programs in Child Psychiatry.
- Perform other duties of a university faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development, student counseling, and administration
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications- Eligible for licensure in Illinois
- Board Certified in Psychiatry
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
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 IllinoisLocated 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, IlOne 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 our business community attracts some of thebrightest graduates throughout the nation.
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For fullestconsideration please apply by 4/9/2026.
The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $243,733 to $289,992 per year.
Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.
Thisposition is intended to be eligible for benefits. The University of Illinois offers a very competitivebenefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of employee benefits: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=2461262.
The University of Illinois System is anequal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/orveteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employmentmandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 toview our non-discrimination statement and find additional information aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, andemployment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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ArtificialIntelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate reviewprocess for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by aperson.