Pediatric Allergist/Immunologist - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic health center is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Immunologist/Allergist to join their esteemed Department of Pediatrics. This role involves providing exceptional patient care to children with immunodeficiency and allergies, as well as teaching and mentoring medical students and fellows. The institution is renowned for its collaborative clinical services and research, making significant contributions to pediatric healthcare. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Allergy/Immunology and a passion for education and innovation in a supportive environment focused on advancing medical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Board certified/eligible in Allergy/Immunology.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care services to pediatric immunodeficiency and allergy patients.
• Manage a large primary immunodeficiency population.
• Collaborate with Bone Marrow Transplant services.

Skills

Pediatric Immunology

Allergy Management

Patient Care

Teaching

Education

M.D. or equivalent

Job description

Classification Title:

Pediatric Immunologist/Allergist - Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Job Description:

The University of Florida College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, seeks a board certified/board eligible Pediatric Immunologist/Allergist to join the Pediatric Allergy, Immunology, Rheumatology Division in Gainesville, Florida.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing patient care services to pediatric immunodeficiency and allergy patients in outpatient clinics and inpatient consultations.
2. Managing a large primary immunodeficiency population, including infants identified through the state SCID newborn screening program.
3. Collaborating with Bone Marrow Transplant services for affected infants and children.
4. Teaching housestaff, fellows, and medical students.
5. Possibility of appointment at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank, depending on qualifications and experience, with potential for a tenure track position for candidates with a strong research program.

About UF Health:

UF Health is Florida’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges on a single campus, focusing on collaborative clinical services, research, and education. UF College of Medicine is the largest and highest-ranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands includes seven hospitals, a Level I trauma center, neonatal ICU, burn center, and emergency transport.

The Department of Pediatrics provides comprehensive services at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, ranked #1 in Florida and top 5 in the Southeast US, with 208 beds including pediatric and neonatal ICUs. It is a major destination for complex pediatric cases nationally and internationally.

The department emphasizes innovation, discovery, education, and translation of research into therapies, with over $30.5M in sponsored research last year. Faculty collaborate across multiple centers and institutes, including the Brain Institute, Genetics Institute, and Cancer Center.

Salary: Commensurate with academic rank and experience.

Minimum Requirements: M.D. or equivalent, licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida, and board certified/eligible in Allergy/Immunology.

Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.

Application Instructions:

Review begins immediately; applications accepted until filled. Submit a cover letter, CV, and three references or reference letters. Official transcripts required upon hire; foreign degrees must be evaluated by NACES-approved agency.

The university promotes diversity and inclusion. For accommodations due to disability, contact 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System. Employment is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. and compliance with Florida’s Sunshine Law and non-discrimination policies.

Health Assessment: Required.