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Chair of Pediatrics/Mayo Clinic Children’s

Rochester, MN

Mayo Clinic is the No. 1 hospital in the world . With over 6,000 physicians and scientists in an integrated multi-campus system spanning the globe, Mayo Clinic is the largest not-for-profit, multidisciplinary academic medical center in the world. Practicing in a groundbreaking environment where inpatient, outpatient, and virtual care are seamlessly integrated – empowering you to deliver exceptional outcomes supported by innovation in education, research, practice, and a culture rooted in Mayo Clinic’s patient-first values. Joining Mayo Clinic during this pivotal moment offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of medicine while advancing your own academic and clinical career.

Mayo Clinic, in conjunction with the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, is seeking a visionary, strategic and inspirational leader to serve as the next Chair of Mayo Clinic Children's —a globally recognized pediatric hospital. The Chair will provide overall strategic direction and oversee the ongoing performance of the department, be responsible for recruitment and retention of outstanding staff, and ensure the alignment and development of critical resources to achieve goals for each of the three Mayo shields: clinical practice, research, and education. In addition, Mayo’s tradition of integration requires leaders to facilitate alignment and teamwork across disciplines to ensure the most effective medical treatment and the highest quality of patient care.

MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR

• Guide and set direction for the department within the framework of institutional policy and direction, in collaboration with other department and institutional leaders, and in partnership with the Administrator.
• Oversee the day-to-day performance of the department as set forth by annual plans and priorities.
• Provide stewardship of departmental resources to serve the institutional good while promoting the long-term growth and development of the practice.
• Ensure that patients receive the highest quality care (outcomes, safety, and service).
• Nurture the development of staff, and mentor the current and next generation of Mayo’s leaders.
• Promote the discovery and effective delivery of leading edge medical science and treatment.
• Advance the Department’s and Mayo’s research and academic mission.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR

• Shape the Department Vision – develop a shared vision and provide strategic direction for the future of the department that incorporates the three shields.
• Develop Staff and Organization Capabilities – develop staff and organization capabilities to provide for present needs and build for the future.
• Develop and support the scholarly mission of Mayo Clinic and contribute to practice transformation by promoting team science that focuses on addressing the unmet needs of our patients.
• Establish Business Plans – establish plans and allocate resources to achieve strategic priorities.
• Manage Performance and Resources – oversee day-to-day operations to ensure excellence and promote continuous improvement.
• Implement and Support the Mayo Clinic Model of Care – all Department/Division Chairs are expected to promote the Mayo Clinic Model of Care (MCMC).
• Promote Collaboration and Communication.
• Accountability – Division Chairs are directly responsible to the Department Chair. The Department Chair is directly responsible to the site CEO.
• Authority – The Chair has the authority to make decisions consistent with his/her responsibilities, within his/her budget and within Mayo policy.

WHY MAYO CLINIC CHILDREN’S

At Mayo Clinic Children’s, more than 300 doctors with pediatric specialty expertise provide exceptional, integrated care in over 70 specialty programs and clinics to over 50,000 children and teenagers from all 50 states and more than 70 countries each year.

Our world-class pediatric experts inspire hope and are known for outstanding quality of care and vast experience in treating children with all types of diseases and conditions, including complex and rare diseases. They use state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment techniques and the latest technology. Physicians and scientists at the Children’s Research Center at Mayo Clinic are at the forefront of research, including groundbreaking clinical trials that lead to innovative therapies and the best care models to improve healthcare for newborns, children, and teenagers.

• Global recognition. Mayo Clinic Children’s is named one of the World’s Best Specialized Hospitals in Pediatrics 2026 by Newsweek. Mayo Clinic in Rochester is named No. 1 in Newsweek’s World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2026 .
• National excellence . Ranked one of the Best Children’s Hospitals in the nation and one of only 20 hospitals to earn recognition in all 11 pediatric specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026.
• Top state and regional leadership. Ranked the No. 1 children’s hospital in Minnesota and the five-state region of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Iowa by U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026.
• Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. The American College of Surgeons (ACS) verifies that Mayo Eugenio Litta Children’s Hospital has a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.
• Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center. Mayo Clinic Children’s is a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center by the ACS.

QUALITY OF LIFE IN ROCHESTER, MN

Rochester, Minnesota, a dynamic city just 75 minutes south of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, offers an unparalleled blend of professional opportunity and high quality of life. With ongoing investment through the Destination Medical Center initiative, Rochester continues to transform as a hub for healthcare, technology, and education, driven by visionary growth and innovation.

Rochester is distinguished by its culture of caring, scenic beauty, and relaxing pace, with abundant dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Residents enjoy over 100 parks, miles of trails, and year-round cultural events, all within a safe, welcoming community. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. , recognized for its safety, excellent schools, and affordable housing. With a strong arts presence and diverse culinary scene, Rochester is an ideal place to live, work, and thrive.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be board-certified with the American Board of Pediatrics and/or their pediatric subspecialty and will need to become licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Minnesota.
• The ideal candidate will be an associate professor or professor of medicine and be an academically active leader, remaining so during their tenure.
• The candidate must have a track record in enhancing Pediatric services, team building, visionary strategy setting, and making impactful decisions.
• Strong strategic planning, interpersonal, leadership, and communication abilities are essential.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, CVs and letters of interests should be submitted electronically in confidence to Mayo Clinic’s executive search partner, Eric Dickerson: ericd@kbic.com and/or academicmedicine@kbic.com or call (972) 265-5245.

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