Description
Job Title: Program Director, Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Program
Location: Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, SUNY Buffalo
Position Type: Full-Time | Academic Appointment | Leadership Role
Position Summary:
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at SUNY Buffalo is seeking an outstanding physician leader to serve as Program Director (PD) for the Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Program. This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-established, dually accredited residency program dedicated to training compassionate, skilled, and versatile Med-Peds physicians.
The Program Director will oversee all aspects of program administration, curriculum development, accreditation, faculty engagement, resident recruitment, and educational innovation. The PD will serve as a key faculty leader within both the Departments of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, reporting to departmental chairs and the Designated Institutional Official (DIO).
Institutional Environment:
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is committed to advancing health through education, discovery, and care. The Med-Peds program partners with leading institutions including Buffalo General Medical Center, Oishei Children’s Hospital, and Erie County Medical Center, providing residents with diverse, high-quality clinical experiences.
Application Process:
- Interested candidates should submit:
- A cover letter detailing leadership experience and vision for Med-Peds education
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact information for 3 professional references
- Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, early application is encouraged.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
SUNY Buffalo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from women, underrepresented minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
UB jobs link:
Posting number: U250083
Posting link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59553
Please reach out to Ariel Burden ubdeptmedicinehr@buffalo.edu with any questions
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Med-Peds residency program in alignment with ACGME requirements.
- Design, implement, and continuously evaluate the educational curriculum and clinical training experiences.
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate Med-Peds residents and core faculty.
- Foster a culture of inclusion, wellness, academic excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with leadership from Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, affiliated hospitals, and GME office.
- Ensure ongoing program accreditation and regulatory compliance.
- Participate in scholarly activity and represent the program at regional and national levels.
Minimum Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree with board certification in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
- Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in New York State.
- At least 3 years of clinical experience post-residency.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching, mentoring, and leadership within graduate medical education.
- Familiarity with ACGME accreditation standards and requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience as an Associate or Assistant Program Director.
- Record of scholarly activity in medical education or clinical research.
- Experience in curriculum design, evaluation, or quality improvement initiatives.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education.
