Open Rank/Open Track Faculty, Pediatric Genetics, Department of Pediatrics Job at UVA Health, Charlottesville, VA

  • UVA Health
  • Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

University of Virginia: UVA Provost's Office: School of Medicine: Pediatrics: Pediatrics-Pediatric Genetics

Location

Charlottesville, VA

Description

The University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics and Division of Genetics invite applications for a non-tenure eligible clinical faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level.

Our team consists of three geneticists, seven genetic counselors, and two metabolic dieticians. We aim to expand our division with the addition of a fourth geneticist who is also interested in caring for individuals with inborn errors of metabolism.

Responsibilities include staffing general genetic and metabolic clinics in Charlottesville, as well as monthly/bi-monthly satellite clinics in Winchester, Lynchburg, and Bristol. Shared coverage of the inpatient consultation service is expected. Timely response to the triage of newborn screening cases is also required. Applicants must be comfortable working closely with a multidisciplinary staff of genetic counselors, dieticians, genetic counseling assistants and administrative assistants.

Preference is for candidates with biochemical genetics board certification or eligibility. An active research interest is desirable but not required.

The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. The University is consistently ranked among the top public institutions in the United States. UVA Health comprises the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center. As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center serving central Virginia, a NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU. UVA Children's Hospital has been recognized as Virginia's #1 children's hospital by U.S. News and World Report for four consecutive years and holds national rankings in eight subspecialties.

Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia, offers a vibrant community with a blend of cultural sophistication and small-town ambiance, situated just one hundred miles from Washington, DC. Nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is rich in historical sites and outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, and skiing. The region boasts a dynamic culinary scene, the Downtown Mall's entertainment offerings, and over forty wineries along with numerous breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine, USA Today, and rated the fifth happiest place to live by Outside Magazine, Charlottesville provides an exceptional quality of life.

Seize this unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive-both professionally and personally-in an exceptional academic and community setting. Join us at UVA Health and become part of a legacy of excellence in Charlottesville, Virginia.

UVA Health facts and statistics (click link for more information about UVA Health clinic care)

Newly announced October 2024:

UVA Health Children's is the No. 1 children's hospital in Virginia for the fourth consecutive year as ranked by U.S. News and World Report.

Among children's hospitals, UVA was nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report:

  • #26 in neonatology

  • #28 in pediatric nephrology: kidney care

  • #33 in pediatric cardiology and heart surgery

  • #43 in pediatric pulmonology

  • #43 in pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery

  • #46 in pediatric orthopedics

  • #48 in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery

  • #49 in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology

Learn more about UVA School of Medicine's education, research and clinical research efforts -

Qualifications

The position is open to individuals with MD or DO degrees and candidates must be eligible for appointment to the University of Virginia faculty. The incumbent must be board-certified or eligible in clinical genetics, and will be expected to contribute to clinical service in that subspecialty. Preference is for candidates with genetics board certification or eligibility. An active research interest is desirable but not required.

Application Instructions

Please complete your application online 161144 and attach the following documents:

* Cover letter

* CV/resume

* The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references

For additional information about the position, please contact Dr. Paul Kruszka at . For questions about the application process, please contact Karon Harrington at .

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu

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