Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Assistant/Associate Professor, Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology

Description

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition is seeking a pediatric gastroenterologist to join a growing academic and clinical division. The position provides an exciting opportunity to pursue an active academic career in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition. Current faculty is comprised of seven pediatric gastroenterologists, including a physician scientist.  Our successful fellowship program is ACGME accredited, graduating one fellow per year. Two full-time nurse practitioners and two registered dieticians are also an integral part of the division. 

The division supports a state-of-the-art endoscopy suite and motility center. We are supported by the presence of all major pediatric subspecialists along with a strong pediatric surgery department and a dedicated pediatric emergency room. The caliber of our clinical services and research has earned us the designation as a children’s hospital by the Children’s Hospital Association. The division also supports a dedicated Pediatric Celiac Disease Center and Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Our division plays an integral part in the multidisciplinary care of patients with cystic fibrosis, Duchenne muscular dystrophy and obesity through our Healthy Weight Center. 

To get to know our faculty and program please view our division website:

https://www.stonybrookchildrens.org/specialties-services/pediatric-specialties/pediatric-gastroenterology

The medical school environment and prestigious Health Sciences Center provide an excellent opportunity for Clinical and Basic Science Research for candidates pursuing an academic career.  Research activities are supported by an NIH funded General Clinical Research Center (GCRC).  Present division research interests are in the field of inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease and pediatric nutrition. 

All candidates should be board certified in Pediatrics, board certified/eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology, and have outstanding procedural skills, clinical abilities and teaching skills. We are especially interested in experienced pediatric gastroenterologists, but will also consider those graduating from fellowship and junior faculty. Visit our Children’s Hospital/Gastroenterology website and our fellowship website for further insight into our institution, and our fellowship:   

http://www.stonybrookchildrens.org 

https://renaissance.stonybrookmedicine.edu/pediatrics/fellowship/gi 

Compensation and Benefits: 

The State University of New York (SUNY) supports a retirement plan with employer contributions.  Stony Brook provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package, including health, disability, life, and long-term care insurance for all of its physicians.  Tuition assistance for higher education is also available.  High-quality health benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans.  Salary is commensurate with experience and training. 

The Environs: 

Stony Brook is a lovely family community with one of the highest rated public school systems on Long Island.  It offers the best of both worlds- we are a 10-minute drive from the beach and a short train ride from New York City.  Suffolk County offers beautiful scenery including beaches, hiking trails, pumpkin patches, and lavender fields.  Long Island is home to seasonal festivals, farmers markets, professional and college sports, outdoor activities, and unique eateries.