Division Head, Hematology, Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious health center is seeking a talented physician leader to head the Division of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation. This role offers an opportunity to enhance clinical care, teaching, research, and advocacy in a top-ranked pediatric program. The ideal candidate will possess an MD or MD/PhD, board certifications, and a strong leadership background in Pediatric Hematology Oncology. Join a dedicated team that cares for thousands of children annually and contribute to advancing pediatric health care. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a well-established division at a leading institution.

Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD with Board Certification in Pediatrics and Hematology-Oncology.
• Demonstrated leadership in clinical care and research development.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the division's reputation and improve clinical care.
• Lead teaching, research, and advocacy efforts in Pediatric Hematology Oncology.

Skills

Leadership in clinical care

Research development

Administration in Pediatric Hematology Oncology

Strong clinical expertise

Proven research record

Education

MD or MD/PhD degree

Board Certification in General Pediatrics

Board Certification in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Medical license or eligibility in Illinois

Academic appointment at the Associate Professor level or higher

Job description

Job ID

43197

Location

Chicago, Illinois

The Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, a world-class, research-intensive pediatric health center affiliated with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, is seeking a talented physician leader to serve as Head of the Division of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation. Operating within the Department of Pediatrics, the division is one of the top training programs nationally, ranked 15th for pediatric cancer care. It includes 28 faculty, 10 fellows, and 39 advanced practice providers, offering comprehensive programs for children with blood disorders such as sickle cell disease, thalassemia, hemophilia, and thrombophilia. Lurie Children's cares for over 5,000 infants, children, and adolescents annually.

The new Head will join a well-established division at an exciting time, with the goal to enhance the division's reputation and further improve clinical care, teaching, research, and advocacy.

The ideal candidate will have:

• An MD or MD/PhD degree, Board Certification in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, a medical license or eligibility in Illinois, and an academic appointment at the Associate Professor level or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership in clinical care, research development, and administration within Pediatric Hematology Oncology.
• Strong clinical expertise and a proven research record in Pediatric Hematology Oncology.
• Rank, salary, and tenure will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants should upload a CV and cover letter explaining their interest and fit for the role.

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