Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine

2 weeks ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Mission of the Division:

The Pediatric Pulmonology Clinic within the VCU Department of Pediatrics stands as the sole specialty group in Central Virginia focused on the assessment and continuous management of pediatric pulmonary disorders. It is also the only accredited center for cystic fibrosis and sleep studies in the area. Our specialists deliver comprehensive clinical evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and ongoing care for children suffering from chronic respiratory conditions, including asthma and cystic fibrosis. Given the intricate nature of pulmonary care, our team is dedicated to training medical students and residents to collaborate effectively with primary care providers, ensuring a holistic approach to the health needs of these patients. We are committed to fostering community partnerships aimed at enhancing care, education, and outreach for prevalent pulmonary issues such as asthma.

Primary Objectives of the Role:

The Children's Hospital of Richmond (CHOR) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is conducting a nationwide search for a new Chief of the Division of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine. We seek a physician scientist or clinician-educator at the Associate or full Professor level. The selected candidate will lead a division comprising eight physician pulmonologists and sleep medicine specialists. Key responsibilities will encompass mentorship and professional development for division members, establishing successful outreach and regional initiatives, maintaining a nationally recognized research program, and cultivating a culture of excellence in both education and clinical practice.

The ideal candidate will possess energy, creativity, and vision to guide a distinguished academic division of pulmonary and sleep medicine that provides clinical services within a Pediatric Medical Center. Our division is experiencing significant growth and is actively engaged in externally funded research across various domains, including bench, translational, clinical, and epidemiological studies, as well as Quality Improvement initiatives. The Division features a fellowship program, a high-performing cystic fibrosis center, a community asthma initiative, a sleep program, and collaborates on multidisciplinary projects involving aerodigestive, chronic ventilation, neuromuscular, and sickle cell programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching:
Faculty members will be responsible for teaching in the field of Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, providing guidance and mentorship to medical students, residents, chief residents, and fellows as appropriate.

Research:
Faculty members are expected to secure funding from external granting organizations such as the NIH, AHRQ, or equivalent foundational agencies. They should develop a scholarly research portfolio demonstrating multidisciplinary applications and external funding that complements and enhances existing departmental expertise.

Service:
Faculty members will participate in departmental or School of Medicine committees as needed and provide professional service through activities such as journal reviews and conference presentations.

Clinical:
Faculty members will serve as leaders, role models, and physicians in Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics.

Administrative:
Faculty will undertake leadership and administrative responsibilities associated with the role of Division Chair.

Required Qualifications:
MD/DO Completed residency training in Pediatrics Fellowship training in Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Eligibility for a Virginia medical license Board certification in Pediatric Pulmonology Proven experience in fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in a related field Proven track record of securing external funding Administrative experience Experience in successfully mentoring junior colleagues and trainees across all aspects of the academic mission

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