Pediatric Hematologist

American Society of Hematology; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a hematologist to join the Division of Hematology/Oncology. The position involves patient care, teaching, and consultative services as a pediatric hematology/oncology specialist.

Appointment rank is open and may be tenure track or clinical track based on experience and research interests. The hematology program covers bleeding disorders, sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, and vascular malformations, with NIH- and

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required and board eligibility/certification in pediatrics and hematology/oncology.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Iowa.
• Clinical hematology experience in an academic setting.
• Active involvement in patient-oriented research.
• Strong teaching abilities in pediatrics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to inclusive culture in workforce and academia.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in pediatric hematology/oncology.
• Teach medical students and residents.
• Offer consultative services within the division.
• Contribute to scholarly activity and NIH- or nonfederal-funded research.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Research experience

Inclusive culture

Clinical hematology

Education

MD/DO degree

Pediatrics board eligible/certified

Hematology/Oncology board eligible/certified

Iowa licensure eligibility

Job description

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Company/Institution: University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics

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Job Type: Posted: October 1, 2026

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Job Setting: Application Period: October 1, 2026-January 31, 2027

University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a hematologist.Appointment rank is open and may be to either thetenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest.Appointment rank to Instructor of Pediatrics (non-tenure or clinical track) may also be considered.The individual selected will join the Division of Hematology/Oncology to provide patient care, teaching, and consultative services as a pediatrician specializing in hematology/oncology.

The pediatric hematology program provides comprehensive care to a wide variety of hematological conditions including bleeding disorders, thrombosis, sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, and vascular malformations. The division is involved in cutting-edge research funded by the NIH and nonfederal entities

Requirements:

Must hold an MD/DO degree, or equivalent

Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, or equivalent

Board certified or eligible hematology/oncology

License or eligible for licensure in the State of Iowa

Interest and/or expertise in hematology

Clinical experience in hematology in an academic setting

Experience in patient-oriented research

Teaching competence in pediatrics for medical students and residents

Evidence of scholarly activity

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated experience promoting an inclusive culture in the workforce and academic environment

The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is one of the nation’s top medical schools. It is ranked 44 th in research by U.S. News & World Report. Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is ranked No. 27 in NIH funding among public pediatric departments nationwide by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.

The pediatrics department comprises the medical staff of University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital, Iowa’s only nationally ranked children’s hospital and home to the state’s only Level 4 NICU and Level 1 Regional Resource Pediatric Trauma Center. The ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program at Stead Family Children’s Hospital trains 50 pediatric resident physicians.

For its 2025-26 edition of “Best Children’s Hospitals,”U.S. News & World Report ranked Stead Family Children’s Hospital in seven pediatric specialties: neonatology, pediatric nephrology, pediatric diabetes and endocrinology, pediatric neurology and neurosurgery, pediatric cardiology and heart and vascular surgery, pediatric urology and pediatric adolescent behavioral health.

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To apply for this position please visit the University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu , requisition number 76050.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.