Academic Physicians - Pediatric Genetics & Genomics #PED180

Description

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Genetics and Genomics, seeks full-time faculty members at any rank. Clinical responsibilities will focus on care of children in inpatient and ambulatory settings at the University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital and Chicagoland Children’s Health Alliance. 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. 

The University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital is a 155-bed facility with state-of-the-art technology and amenities that offers world-class medical care to children from around the Chicagoland area and across the globe. Appointees will join a vibrant center of scientific discovery and innovation, and opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration are abundant, both within and outside the Biological Sciences Division. These positions require collaborative physician leaders who will be positioned to succeed in a dynamic environment and advance the clinical, educational, and scholarly goals of the growing Section of Genetics and Genomics.

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, and 3) be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Clinical Genetics and Genomics. 

Consideration will also be given to those who have completed an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency in addition to Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency.

We especially welcome applicants with experience as clinical educators, conducting research in the field of Pediatric Genetics, and/or expertise in metabolic disorders.

 

Those interested must apply through the University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/145142. Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography, contact information for 3 references, and a personal statement. The personal statement should include the applicant’s past and current projects and vision for an academic career. This may include research, education, and/or community involvement. Review of completed applications will continue until the positions are filled.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.