PEDIATRIC SCIENTISTS

University of Iowa; Iowa City, City of Little Falls (IA, NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking faculty candidates in Pediatric subspecialties for a dynamic research program. This role offers the opportunity to engage in groundbreaking research aimed at understanding childhood illnesses and enhancing child health outcomes. Successful candidates will benefit from a generous start-up package and mentorship, fostering their growth in a supportive environment. Join a team that is committed to excellence in research and education, and make a significant impact in the field of pediatrics while being part of a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Relevant doctoral degree with a track record in pediatric research.
• Demonstrated productivity in scientific publications and funding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in pediatric subspecialties to improve child health.
• Mentor early-career investigators and support research initiatives.

Skills

Pediatric Research

Scientific Publications

Interdisciplinary Research

Communication Skills

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

PEDIATRIC SCIENTISTSRequisition # 75452Position Basics

Type of Position	OTHER
Advertising Ends on:	Extended Until Position is Filled
Advertising Started on:	Thursday, November 21st, 2024
College:	Carver College of Medicine
Department:	Pediatrics

Salary

Salary:

Commensurate

Position Details

Full/Part Time Status:	Negotiable
Position Description:	University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is recruiting faculty candidates in all Pediatric subspecialties for its Program In Pediatric Research. The mission of the Program for Pediatric Research is to support research into the causes and cures of childhood illness and the improvement of child health. Appointment will be considered at the level of Instructor in Pediatrics (non-tenure) and open rank tenure track positions that will support promising investigators in basic, translational, and clinical research in any subspecialty of pediatrics, including Allergy-Immunology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Child and Community Health, Critical Care, Developmental-Behavioral Medicine, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Gastroenterology, General Pediatrics, Genetics, Hematology/Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Neonatology, Nephrology and Dialysis, Neurology, Pediatric Psychology, and Rheumatology, or any related area. Candidate's rank will be dependent on qualifications and experience. The Program provides a generous start-up package, protected time, as well as mentorship for early-career investigators. The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is one of the nation's top medical schools. It is rankedTier 2 in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report listing of "Best Graduate Schools: Research" and it is ranked No. 47 in National Institutes of Health funding among public institutions by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is ranked No. 29 in NIH funding among all public pediatric departments nationwide. 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 accredited 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 2024-25 edition of "Best Children's Hospitals," U.S. News & World Report ranked Stead Family Children's Hospital in nine pediatric specialties: Behavioral health Cancer Cardiology, heart, and vascular surgery Diabetes and endocrinology Neonatology Nephrology Neurology and neurosurgery Orthopedics Urology We are home to the Hawkeye Wave, voted the best college sports tradition by USA Today readers, where 70,000 football fans wave to our patients and providers every game day. You will never feel as much community support as you do at Iowa. Come wave with us! For more information contact: Alexander G. Bassuk, MD, PhD. Professor and Chair, University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics Joel and Jay Stead Chair for Leadership in Children's Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Physician-in-Chief, University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital [e-mail] Visit us on the web at: www.uichildrens.org 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. This applies to clinical, tenure and research positions. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Education Requirement:	PhD or equivalent
Required Qualifications:	All applicants must have a relevant doctoral degree and a record of accomplishment in the area of pediatric research Demonstrated track record in productivity of scientific publications and peer-reviewed external funding
Desirable Qualifications:	Demonstrated history of current externally funded scholarly activity including NIH funding An interest in interdisciplinary research programs Strength in teaching Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Online Application Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest

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Contact Information

Contact:

Jeanie Cromer - [e-mail] Cmed-Pediatrics General Hospital 220 Hawkins Drive SW164-4 GH Iowa City, IA 52242 Phone: [phone]

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