PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGIST

Position Description:University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a hematologist. Appointment rank is open and may be to either the tenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. Appointment rank to Instructor of Pediatrics (non-tenure or clinical track) may also be considered. The individual selected will join the Division of Hematology/Oncology to provide patient care, teaching, and consultative services as a pediatrician specializing in hematology/oncology. The pediatric hematology program provides comprehensive care to a wide variety of hematological conditions including bleeding disorders, thrombosis, sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, and vascular malformations. The division is involved in cutting-edge research funded by the NIH and nonfederal entities. The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is one of the nations top medical schools. It is ranked No. 44 in research in the 2024 News & World Report listing of Best Graduate Schools, and it is ranked No. 23 in National Institutes of Health funding among public institutions by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. The UI Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is currently ranked No. 25 in NIH funding among all public pediatric departments nationwide. The UI Stead Family Department of Pediatrics comprises the medical staff of UI Stead Family Childrens Hospital, Iowas only nationally ranked childrens hospital and home to the states only accredited Level 1 Regional Resource Pediatric Trauma Center. The ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program at UI Stead Family Childrens Hospital trains 50 pediatric resident physicians. For its 2023-24 edition of Best Childrens Hospitals, News & World Report ranked UI Stead Family Children's Hospital in six pediatric specialties: neonatology, diabetes and endocrinology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, and urology. For more information contact: David Gordon, MD, PhD Associate Professor of Pediatrics Division Director, Hematology/Oncology Visit us on the web at: . Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. This applies to clinical, tenure and research positions. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a veteran, service in the military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences. Education Requirement:Must hold an MD/DO degree, or equivalentRequired Qualifications:Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, or equivalent Board certified or eligible hematology/oncology License or eligible for licensure in the State of IowaDesirable Qualifications:Interest and/or expertise in hematology Clinical experience in hematology in an academic setting Experience in patient-oriented research Teaching competence in pediatrics for medical students and residents Evidence of scholarly activity Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated experience promoting an inclusive culture in the workforce and academic environment