Academic Physicians - Pediatric Hematologists/Oncologists: Pediatric Cancer Survivorship Program #PED204
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Location: Chicago, IL 60629
Description:
Description
The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation seeks full-time faculty members at any rank who specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults with hematologic malignancies, and the care of children who are pediatric cancer survivors. The appointees are expected to develop or enhance a clinical and/or translational research program focused on the pediatric cancer survivor population. Specific areas of focus may include but are not limited to exploring the determinants of care outcomes, consortia lead clinical trials, and prevention and management of long-term toxicities of chemoradiotherapy. Significant clinical research resources are available to support the successful candidate. Clinical locations of care and responsibilities may evolve based on the patient needs and the direction of the Section. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activity.
Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/ .
Appointees will join a vibrant and distinguished community of faculty colleagues and learners in UChicago Medicine (UCM), the Biological Sciences Division, the Pritzker School of Medicine, and the University of Chicago and its affiliates. The Section of Hematology/Oncology collaborates with the Department of Surgery, the Department of Radiation Oncology, and the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center and affiliated sites, including Advocate Children's Hospital and Endeavor Health. The group is responsible for the diagnosis and management of children in the largest pediatrics program in the state of Illinois, the Chicagoland Children's Health Alliance (CCHA).
Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, 3) be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and/or Oncology, and 4) have experience in clinical or translational pediatric solid tumor research.
We especially welcome applicants with strong collaborative skills.
Applicants must apply through the University of Chicago's Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/165359 . Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of complete applications ends when the position is filled.
For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation seeks full-time faculty members at any rank who specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults with hematologic malignancies, and the care of children who are pediatric cancer survivors. The appointees are expected to develop or enhance a clinical and/or translational research program focused on the pediatric cancer survivor population. Specific areas of focus may include but are not limited to exploring the determinants of care outcomes, consortia lead clinical trials, and prevention and management of long-term toxicities of chemoradiotherapy. Significant clinical research resources are available to support the successful candidate. Clinical locations of care and responsibilities may evolve based on the patient needs and the direction of the Section. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activity.
Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/ .
Appointees will join a vibrant and distinguished community of faculty colleagues and learners in UChicago Medicine (UCM), the Biological Sciences Division, the Pritzker School of Medicine, and the University of Chicago and its affiliates. The Section of Hematology/Oncology collaborates with the Department of Surgery, the Department of Radiation Oncology, and the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center and affiliated sites, including Advocate Children's Hospital and Endeavor Health. The group is responsible for the diagnosis and management of children in the largest pediatrics program in the state of Illinois, the Chicagoland Children's Health Alliance (CCHA).
Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, 3) be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and/or Oncology, and 4) have experience in clinical or translational pediatric solid tumor research.
We especially welcome applicants with strong collaborative skills.
Applicants must apply through the University of Chicago's Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/165359 . Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of complete applications ends when the position is filled.
For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.