Pediatrics - Oncology (Senior Faculty)

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX invites applications for a Senior Faculty/Associate Professor in the Pediatrics-Oncology division. The role emphasizes solid tumor clinical care and translational research with leadership in trainee education and specialized procedures.

The position is based at Texas Children's Hospital Main Campus, with inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, weekend calls, and collaboration across our network of affiliated centers.

Responsibilities

• Manage outpatient and/or inpatient care for designated patients in a tertiary hospital setting.
• Inpatient attending time includes night and weekend calls and rounds.
• Education and supervision of trainees including fellows, residents and advanced practice practitioners.
• Perform procedures (bone marrow, lumbar puncture) on patients as indicated.
• Serve as backup and consultant for Texas Children's Cancer and Hematology Centers physicians at our network of community hospitals.
• Board certified or board eligible for Pediatric Hematology-Oncology boards.

Job description

Job Title: Pediatrics - Oncology (Senior Faculty)

Division: Pediatrics

Work Arrangement:

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range:

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule:

Summary

The Department of Pediatrics-section of Oncology is currently seeking a Senior Faculty/Associate Professor (Solid Tumor Clinician/Translational Researcher). Translational research in the field of Solid Tumors will be a significant portion of the position and will be discussed with Section leadership during the application process. The position is located at the Texas Children's Hospital Main Campus.

Scope of practice: Clinical duties may include:

• Manage outpatient and/or inpatient care for designated patients in a tertiary hospital setting.
• Inpatient attending time includes night and weekend calls and rounds.
• Education and supervision of trainees including fellows, residents and advanced practice practitioners.
• Perform procedures (bone marrow, lumbar puncture) on patients as indicated.
• Serve as backup and consultant for Texas Children's Cancer and Hematology Centers physicians at our network of community hospitals.
• Board certified or board eligible for Pediatric Hematology-Oncology boards
• Prior to employment start date must obtain Texas Medical License and Drug Enforcement Administration registration

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.