Open Rank/Open Track Faculty, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Riverside

University of Virginia; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital seek highly qualified candidates for a clinical faculty position in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level. The role emphasizes clinical practice, education, quality improvement, and advocacy.

Rank and compensation depend on qualifications. Join UVA Health in Charlottesville to serve a premier GI program with strong interdisciplinary collaboration and NIH-focused research

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required and eligible for UVA faculty appointment.
• Board certified or board eligible in pediatric gastroenterology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care in pediatric gastroenterology.
• Participate in teaching and education of residents and fellows.
• Engage in quality improvement and advocacy initiatives.
• Collaborate with surgical, radiology and other subspecialty teams.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Education

Quality improvement

Advocacy

Education

MD/DO

Tools

Board certification

Job description

The University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics and Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition invite applications for a non-tenure eligible clinical faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. The position is ideal for a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in advancing his/her career through excellence in clinical practice, education, quality improvement, and advocacy. Rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications.

Together with outstanding colleagues in Pediatric Surgery, the Division serves as the top-ranked Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery program in Virginia. With specific interests in inflammatory bowel disease, pediatric liver transplantation, eosinophilic GI disorders, disorders of gut-brain interaction, aerodigestive disorders, intestinal rehabilitation, nutrition, and global health, 8 faculty provide a full array of pediatric gastroenterology subspecialty care to the Commonwealth and beyond. There are 7,000 outpatient visits and 1,800 procedures annually including capsule endoscopy, pH/MII, esophageal dilation, and transnasal endoscopy. The Division’s clinical mission is supported by 3 nurse practitioners, 2 psychologists, 3 dietitians, 5 nurse care coordinators, physical and occupational therapy, and 2 social workers. The Division maintains a vibrant ACGME-accredited fellowship program, with three fellows in training (one per year). The Pediatric GI Division enjoys highly collaborative relationships with colleagues in Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Radiology, Transplant Surgery (both at UVA and the University of Pittsburgh), and adult Gastroenterology who assist with the full spectrum of interventional gastrointestinal procedures. The Division’s research portfolio is focused on global health and includes NIH funding. Quality improvement efforts span inflammatory bowel disease, pediatric liver transplant, and mental health in children with chronic illnesses.

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.

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Announced October 2025:

• UVA Health Children’s is the No. 1 children's hospital in Virginia for the 5th consecutive year as ranked by U.S. News and World Report.
• Among children’s hospitals, UVA was ranked by U.S. News & World Report:
  • #28 in neonatology
  • Top 50 in Pediatric and Adolescent Behavioral Health
  • #30 in pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery
  • #21 (tie) in pediatric nephrology
  • #49 in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology
  • #42 in pediatric orthopaedic
  • #34 in pediatric cardiology and heart surgery
  • #29 in pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery
  • #39 in pediatric urology

U.S. News & World Report ranks UVA School of Medicine among Nation’s Best (clink link for more information about UVA SOM 2023-2024 review)

Qualifiations

The position is open to individuals with M.D. or D. O. degrees and candidates must be eligible for appointment to the University of Virginia faculty and board certified or board eligible.